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Community rallying to help family that escaped from house fire

TRAFFORD, Pa. — A Sunday fire in Trafford left six people without a home and belongings just days before Thanksgiving.

One woman who lived in the Fairmont Avenue home says they barely made it out with the clothes on their backs.

"All the Christmas stuff for the kids is gone," fire victim Cindy Dawson said.

Dawson's son Ronny was on the third floor and was chased out by flames following closely on his heels.

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Just days before Thanksgiving, Dawson and her family are now left searching for a place to live. All six are crammed into her daughter's tiny two-bedroom apartment.

Dawson is most certainly thankful for their safety, but her neighbors and even the mayor are chipping in, to help get them back on their feet.

If you would like to help the family, here is how you can:

  • Book bags
  • School supplies
  • Bed frames
  • Household goods
  • Granddaughter: size 8
  • Granddaughter: size 13 in juniors
  • Grandson: size 16
  • Younger Son: shirt size M, 30/30 pants
  • Older son: shirt size M, 30/30 pants

Donations can be dropped off at Saint Regis Catholic Church in Trafford or Biondi car dealership in Monroeville.