HYANNIS – Firefighters battled a 2-Alarm windswept fire at a large commercial property at 70 Center Street in Hyannis. Winds gusting 32 MPM fanned the flames which broke out around 12:30 AM Wednesday. Mutual aid from numerous fire districts responded to the scene. The property houses a restaurant, bakery, grocery store and several other businesses. No injuries were reported. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
Among the businesses affected was the Brazilian Resource Center, resulting in significant damage and the loss of everything inside. This tragic event has affected the lives of over 7,000 people in the community who rely on their services, including food donations, after-school programs for kids, free healthcare assistance, English classes, wellness programs, and various social services.
The center has been a pillar of support and love in the community, and so much hard work has been poured into creating a space that helps and uplifts those in need. Now, they face the challenging task of rebuilding from scratch.
The center is in desperate need of your help to rise again stronger. Any donation, no matter the size, will make a tremendous difference in helping to rebuild the center and continue providing these essential services to our community. Every single share and donation counts.
Please consider making a donation and sharing this message with your network to help us spread the word. Together, we can overcome this challenge and continue to support our community.
The Center thanks you so much for your love and support during this difficult time.
Photos by David Curran/Satellite News Service
