Pinch firefighters sell t-shirts to benefit a crew member in a medical battle

The Pinch Volunteer Fire Department is rallying around firefighter Halle Schafer after she was diagnosed with Guillain-Barré Syndrome, a rare neurological disorder that can cause tingling, numbness and temporary paralysis.

Schafer, who also works as an EMT with Kanawha County Ambulance Authority, began experiencing symptoms just weeks ago .

Now, fellow first responders are selling “Halle Strong” T-shirts to help with medical expenses and raise awareness.

Organizers say Schafer is responding well to treatment, and T-shirt orders will be accepted through March 1.