$170K in Relief Funds Distributed to Ovid Fire Victims

Geneva firefighters battle a large structure fire with significant flames visible on the roof and inside.
Geneva firefighters work to extinguish a major structure fire in Ovid, New York, as flames engulf the building.

The first distribution of monies raised for the Ovid Fire Relief Fund is complete.

According to organizers, approximately $170,000 of the more than $200,000 raised so far was given out to 63 individuals. The identities of the recipients and the amount of money they received will not be publicly disclosed.

Funds will continue to be raised with the next distribution set for July.

 

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