Harriman Rallies Around Family Devastated by House Fire

In the early hours of Saturday, just after midnight, the Harriman Fire Department responded to a call about a house fire on a quiet neighborhood street. Thankfully no one was hurt, but the flames reduced a family’s home to ashes, wiping out belongings, memories, and a sense of security.

“Our Harriman Parks & Recreation family is asking our community to come together in support of one of our players, coach, and family,” the Harriman Community Center wrote in a post Saturday morning. “We could write a novel on the positive impact they have had in Harriman! Now it’s our time to show our love.”

While the loss is heartbreaking, the center hopes the outpouring of compassion can lift the family’s spirits. Residents are encouraged to drop off donations—clothes, non‑perishable food, toiletries, or even a handwritten note—at the community center during its regular hours.

Beyond material help, the center also asks for prayers and words of encouragement. “They suffered a devastating loss,” the fire department’s report said, “and our thoughts are with them as they begin to rebuild.”

If you’d like to contribute, the Harriman Community Center will be accepting items until further notice. For those unable to give physically, monetary donations can be made through the center’s online fundraiser, linked on their Facebook page.

In moments like these, Harriman’s close‑knit spirit shines brightest. Neighbors, friends, and even strangers from nearby towns have already begun to rally, proving that even when a house is gone, the community’s heart endures.