Fire Destroys House of Hope in Blossom

The House of Hope in Blossom was destroyed by fire Saturday. Authorities believe the blaze started on the first floor of the home but the cause has not been determined. Several propane tanks on the property exploded during the fire, hampering firefighters and a school bus at the nearby school was destroyed. The House of Hope provided assistance with clothes, furniture and Christmas gifts and officials said they had no insurance.