Families seek help after fire destroys homes in Manson orchard

On April 29, a fire ravaged the homes of the Torres and Duarte families in Manson, Washington, with the Duarte family experiencing the most destruction. The fire reportedly began behind a neighbor's house, leading to a total loss of their trailer and personal belongings. Kimberly Duarte highlighted her family's struggle on their GoFundMe page, emphasizing their need for assistance after losing all necessities. The Torres family, consisting of eight children, is temporarily living in an RV while they seek long-term housing solutions. Both families have launched GoFundMe campaigns to help replace essential items and recover from this devastating loss.

As of Wednesday, the fundraisers are active and receiving donations from the community. Fortunately, there have been no reported injuries, and local authorities continue to investigate the fire's cause. This incident underscores the challenges faced by families in the area, particularly those living in vulnerable housing situations.