There was a warmth in Rock Springs during the holiday season of 1990. A warmth from a devastating fire and a warmth from the hearts of those in the community who rallied around the charred remains of the Food Bank fire five days before Christmas.
In a report from the Daily Rocket-Miner, a fire broke out early Thursday morning on December 20, 1990, destroying thousands of dollars worth of Christmas gifts and food, which were scheduled to be distributed throughout the community.
Around 250 gift baskets were destroyed after the flames consumed them in the fire, which was started inside the food bank by space heaters that were plugged into cords that couldn’t handle the amount wattage.