""On Sunday morning, our dear friend and dedicated community leader, Candace, experienced a devastating fire that damaged both her car and home, destroying many of her personal belongings. We are deeply grateful she is safe, but the fire has created unexpected logistical and financial challenges," Calcagni explained in the online fundraiser. "Anyone who knows Candace knows how tirelessly she works to uplift others. She shows up for her community every day, and now it's our turn to show up for her.""
""I am incredibly overwhelmed, both by the outpouring of love my community has shown me and by the stress of navigating the complexities of being a victim of a fire,""
A substantial fire started in a storage shed near Avalos's property, destroying her vehicle and part of her house and affecting some neighbors. The cause of the blaze remains under investigation. A GoFundMe launched by friend Jessica Calcagni raised $14,160 by Tuesday morning before donations were disabled. The fundraiser was intended to cover immediate needs including lodging, transportation, insurance deductibles, meals, basic necessities, and replacement personal items. Avalos escaped with her cat and is facing emotional stress. The donations could trigger additional reporting requirements for a public official and might require returning some funds.
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