Six individuals were rushed to the hospital late last night after a fire and explosion caused significant damage to four townhouses in the northeast area of Calgary.
According to the Calgary Fire Department, the incident occurred around 11:30 p.m. on Monday at a complex on 64 Avenue and 4 Street NE. Firefighters arrived at the scene to find heavy smoke and flames coming from the townhouses.
The fire quickly escalated to a second alarm, prompting additional crews to respond. In total, 30 firefighters were on site to battle the blaze.
Witnesses reported hearing a loud explosion before the fire broke out. The cause of the explosion is still under investigation.
Six individuals, including one child, were transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The extent of their injuries is currently unknown.
The fire department was able to contain the fire and prevent it from spreading to neighboring units. However, four townhouses sustained significant damage and are currently uninhabitable.
Residents of the complex were evacuated and are being assisted by the Calgary Emergency Management Agency. The Red Cross has also been contacted to provide support to those affected by the fire.
The cause of the fire is still under investigation, and the estimated cost of damages is yet to be determined.
The Calgary Fire Department is reminding residents to always have working smoke alarms and to have an emergency plan in place in case of a fire.
Anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact the Calgary Fire Department or Crime Stoppers.
