The Brief

A major fire destroyed the Corsicana House of Refuge, a shelter for women and children escaping domestic violence.

Everyone who was staying at the shelter, including eight children, safely escaped the 2 a.m. blaze.

The nonprofit organization that runs the shelter said monetary donations are the best way to help the families at this point and support rebuilding efforts.

CORSICANA, Texas - A large fire destroyed a domestic violence shelter for women and children in Corsicana.

Corsicana House of Refuge Fire

What we know:

According to Corsicana officials, the fire started around 2 a.m. at the Corsicana House of Refuge on W. Collin Street.

While everyone made it out safely, the blaze destroyed the building. A total of five families, including eight children, were displaced.

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