Clovis strawberry vendor loses home and stand in fire

CLOVIS, Calif. (FOX26) — A local strawberry vendor in Clovis lost his trailer and strawberry stand in a fire.

Andy of clovis has been growing and selling strawberries from his corner off Ashlan and McCall for over twenty years.

Over those years, becoming friends and a farmer amongst the community.

Andy’s trailer and strawberry stand burned down, which was also his home.

In that fire, he lost everything he owned, including precious family photos.

Andy lives alone and has endured the loss of his parents and wife in the past few years.

This devastating fire has left him without money, without a place to stay, and heartbroken.

A GoFundMe has been set up to help raise money for immediate needs like clothing, housing, and replacing basic essentials.

Any donation will help Andy begin to rebuild his life and remind him that the community he has cared for over the years is here for him now.