A motorhome fire in southeast Calgary has left multiple people injured and a dog dead.
According to the Calgary Fire Department, the incident occurred on Sunday afternoon in the 100 block of 15 Avenue S.E. When firefighters arrived at the scene, they found a motorhome fully engulfed in flames.
Witnesses reported hearing explosions and seeing thick black smoke billowing from the vehicle. The fire also spread to a nearby garage and caused damage to a neighboring home.
Firefighters were able to quickly extinguish the flames and prevent the fire from spreading further. However, the motorhome was completely destroyed and the garage sustained significant damage.
Multiple people were injured in the incident, including one person who suffered serious burns. They were transported to a nearby hospital for treatment. Sadly, a dog that was inside the motorhome at the time of the fire did not survive.
The cause of the fire is still under investigation, but it is believed to have started in the motorhome’s engine compartment. The exact extent of the damage and the total cost of the incident have yet to be determined.
The Calgary Fire Department is reminding residents to regularly check their vehicles for any potential fire hazards and to have working smoke detectors in their homes. They also urge people to have a fire escape plan in place in case of emergencies.
The affected residents are receiving support from the Red Cross and the City of Calgary’s Community and Neighbourhood Services. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of fire safety and the devastating consequences that can result from a fire.
As the investigation continues, the Calgary Fire Department is urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward. They can contact the department’s non-emergency line at 403-264-1022 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477.
