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Help Ray Recover from a Tragic Explosion

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Help Ray Recover from a Tragic Explosion

On April 7th, a tragic gas explosion tore through an apartment in Playas de Tijuana, leaving our dear friend Ray LaFave critically injured. The explosion occurred immediately after the local gas company turned on service, and Ray suffered severe full-body burns as a result.

Ray is now in the United States receiving intensive medical care, fighting for his life and enduring unimaginable pain. His injuries are extensive and life-altering — burns cover nearly 100% of his body and face. The road ahead will require multiple surgeries, long-term hospitalization, physical therapy, and emotional healing.

Ray has always been the kind of person who gives without asking for anything in return. His warmth, humor, and heart have touched countless lives. Now, he needs us more than ever.

We’re raising funds to help support Ray through this heartbreaking crisis, including:

Emergency and ongoing medical treatment

Burn care, surgeries, and skin grafts

Long-term physical rehabilitation

Mental health support for trauma recovery

Basic living expenses during this time

This is a life-changing moment for Ray — but with your help, he doesn’t have to face it alone.

Please consider donating whatever you can. No amount is too small, and every share of this campaign helps reach someone who can make a difference.

Let’s show Ray how much love and strength surrounds him. Together, we can help him fight this battle and rebuild his life.

Thank you for your compassion, support, and prayers.

#RayStrong #SupportRayLaFave #TijuanaExplosion #BurnSurvivorRecovery
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    Adi Koren
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    El Cajon, CA

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