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Community Rallies Around Families Of Newark Firefighters Killed

Newark firefighters Augusto "Augie" Acabou and Wayne "Bear" Brooks made the ultimate sacrifice when they were killed battling a massive ship fire at Port Newark on Wednesday, July 5.

Augusto Acabou and Wayne Brooks

Augusto Acabou and Wayne Brooks

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Now, the community wants to give back. A fundraiser was created by the Newark Firefighters Union to assist the families of the two men killed. As of Monday, July 10, more than $104,000 has been raised. 

"Augie and Bear served the city with bravery, courage, and honor," the union wrote on the fundraising page. "As a community, we can rally around their families, offer our support, and alleviate some of the financial burdens they face.

To view the fundraiser, click here.

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