TOOL, Texas — An East Texas fire department is asking for the public's help to help bless a family that lost their home in a fire weeks before Christmas.

According to Tool Fire Rescue, the fire happened Monday night near Tool as people enter Trinidad in Henderson County. By the time that firefighters arrived, the house was considered destroyed. Multiple agencies responded and didn't stop until the fire was completely out.

In a Facebook post, Tool Fire Rescue asked for donations to help the family get clothes and a few Christmas presents for the children. The post also said if anyone has a rent house in the family's price range and the owner could allow them to stay three for free for a few months while they regroup.

"If you can donate please do and keep this family in your prayers," th

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