A tragic incident occurred in Trois-Rivières, Quebec as firefighters responded to a fire in an apartment building on Wednesday morning. One person was found dead at the scene.
According to authorities, the fire broke out around 6:30 a.m. in a building on Sainte-Marguerite Street. Firefighters quickly arrived at the scene and were able to contain the fire, preventing it from spreading to neighboring buildings.
After the fire was extinguished, firefighters discovered the body of one person inside the apartment where the fire originated. The victim’s identity has not been released at this time.
The cause of the fire is still under investigation, but authorities have confirmed that it started in the kitchen of the apartment. The extent of the damage to the building is also being assessed.
Residents of the building were evacuated as a precaution and are currently being assisted by the Red Cross. No other injuries have been reported.
The Trois-Rivières police department is working with the fire department to determine the cause of the fire and to identify the victim. They are asking anyone with information to come forward.
This tragic event serves as a reminder of the importance of fire safety measures and the need for caution in the kitchen. Our thoughts are with the victim’s family and loved ones during this difficult time.
