NEWS RELEASE
GUELPH FIRE DEPARTMENT
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On Monday July 16, 2018 at approximately 19:54, Guelph Fire Department responded to a reported fire on the balcony at 62 Willow Rd. Units from Station #1, #2, #4, and #5 arrived at the scene and found smoke coming from the rear of this six-plex apartment building.
The fire was quickly brought under control and subsequently extinguished.
Firefighters performed a rapid search and rescue and all occupants from the building were evacuated. Guelph Wellington Emergency Services treated some occupants for smoke inhalation and other minor injuries.
The cause of the fire along with an estimate of damage is still under investigation. Fire Prevention was contacted and remains on scene at this time further investigating the cause.
Thank you to Guelph Police, Red Cross, Victim Services and Guelph Wellington Emergency Services.
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