Fall River community comes together to raise money for survivors of deadly fire

It was an evening filled with multiple emotions as a district that has been in mourning all week gathered together to help find the dozens of survivors of the Gabriel House fire in Fall River find a way to move forward The line wasn t just out the door it was all the way around the block Words can t explain it one attendee noted It s overwhelming it s mind-boggling what the people have done The people of Fall River came together Friday to raise money for those who survived Sunday s deadly fire at the Gabriel House assisted-living facility that left people dead and dozens injured including firefighters James Dixon is one of the survivors who now has to find a new home He explained the week has been hell I love seeing the locality come together they way they have he stated It makes my heart warm The fundraising event turning the St John s Athletic Club into standing-room only venue with a raffle and food from local restaurants Organizers say they are hoping to raise for those impacted by the fire Stay with NEWS on-air and online for the latest details on the Gabriel House blaze