Emergency Fund Activated for Residents Displaced by Teele Square Fire

The City of Somerville and Somerville Homeless Coalition have activated the Emergency Displacement Fund to support residents displaced by the September 30 five-alarm fire in Teele Square.

The fire impacted 32 homes at 1137-1147 Broadway, displacing 43 residents. All residents were able to evacuate safely. City staff and the American Red Cross are working directly with those affected to provide temporary accommodations and assistance with immediate needs.

The Emergency Displacement Fund provides direct financial assistance to Somerville residents displaced by fires and other emergencies. Only financial donations are being requested at this time.

How to Help

To donate to the Somerville Homeless Coalition Emergency Displacement Fund, visit bit.ly/shcfund or scan the below QR code.

No donation is too small. Every contribution will help provide immediate relief to neighbors facing an unexpected displacement.

To view this update and more City news on the City website, visit somervillema.gov/news. 

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