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Red Cross Accepting Donations For Families In Paoli Fire

Last updated on Tuesday, November 16, 2010

(BEDFORD, IN) - The American Red Cross Hoosier Hills Chapter has set up a service center at the Paoli Church of Christ following a massive weekend fire that destroyed several building in downtown Paoli, displacing nine families.

Seven caseworkers and two shelter volunteers met with families to provide emergency food, clothing and shelter.

Cherie Afanador, Executive Director, states, "The Red Cross was contacted by the Orange County Emergency Management Agency requesting help. Our volunteers and business partners were quick to respond."

If you would like to make a contribution to helping the families who were involved in the fire, call the American Red Cross at 275-5162.

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