ROGERS, Texas – The Trouten family in Rogers, Texas experienced a devastating fire just five days after an explosion at a neighboring home. The fire, which occurred on December 29, destroyed the Trouten mobile home, leaving the family with nothing but the clothes on their backs.
The aftermath of the fire has left the Trouten family in a state of distress, with their home reduced to ash and rubble. The family of 11, including seven children and a pregnant niece, now faces the daunting task of rebuilding their lives from scratch.
With the loss of their home and belongings, the Trouten family has resorted to staying in a motel, struggling to make ends meet as they navigate the aftermath of the fire. As the parents grapple with the challenge of finding work during their children’s winter break, the family has turned to various organizations and created a GoFundMe page in an attempt to raise funds to start over.
The cause of the fire has been identified as an accidental electrical fire, adding to the family’s struggle to cope with the unforeseen tragedy. The Bell County Fire Marshal confirmed this as just one of several structure fires that the Rogers Volunteer Fire Department has battled in a short period.
In light of these challenging circumstances, the Trouten family is in dire need of assistance in rebuilding their lives. As they endeavor to overcome this hardship, they are seeking support from the community to help them move forward and provide a hopeful future for their children.
In just one week, the Rogers Volunteer Fire Department has responded to several fires in the area, leaving families like the Troutens in dire need of assistance and support.