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Evanston Fire Department Accepts Donations For Families Displaced

CHICAGO (CBS) -- The Evanston Fire Department is accepting donations for the families impacted by the Sherman Avenue fire, that occurred on Monday.

- Evanston Fire Displaces 18 People

A fire in an apartment complex on Sherman Avenue in Evanston displaced 18 residents on Monday, Dec. 5. No injuries were reported, but many residents are without basic items, such as, clothing and shoes.

The Evanston Fire Department is accepting donations starting Saturday, Dec. 10 through Friday, Dec. 23 in an effort to help the families in need.

Items in need include, clothes (including socks, underwear and shoes) for boys, ages 4, 6, and 8; items for teen girls and items for parents. Gift cards will also be accepted.

Donations can be dropped at the following locations between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m.
- Fire Station 1, 1332 Emerson St
- Fire Station 2, 702 Madison St
- Fire Station 3, 1105 Central St
- Fire Station 4, 1817 Washington St
- Fire Station 5, 2830 Central St

Any overflow of items will be donated to American Red Cross.

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