Haven damaged by fire, donations needed

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August 16, 2010

Anonymous CNHI The Valdosta Daily Times Mon Aug 16, 2010, 12:04 PM EDT

VALDOSTA — A fire Sunday night at The Haven left residents seeking other shelter.

Michelle Girtman, executive director, said the 23 residents being housed at The Haven had to be relocated to other safe shelters until the damages done to the building could be fixed. Girtman said it wasn't clear as to what caused the fire but no one was reportedly injured.

The Haven is asking for monetary donations to be made to assist in relocating the shelter residents. Donations can be mailed to P.O. Box 5382 Valdosta, Ga. 31601.

The Times will have more on this story in Tuesday's paper.

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