Even before two people died because of plunging temperatures earlier this week, Fresno Mission was working to provide beds and shelter to the local unhoused population.
The deaths — caused by a warming fire started inside a tent — add to a list of tragedies in recent years due to winter conditions.
This year, Fresno Mission partnered with local hospitals to combat the issue. Community Health System announced Friday it donated $100,000 to Fresno Mission, in addition to more than 60 boxes of coats to hand out to those in need…