A devastating fire broke out in a housing development in Cochrane, destroying a home and leaving its residents displaced.
According to officials, the fire started in the early hours of the morning on Tuesday, causing extensive damage to the home located on Willow Street. The Cochrane Fire Department was immediately called to the scene and worked tirelessly to contain the flames.
Thankfully, all residents were able to evacuate safely and no injuries were reported. However, the home was completely destroyed and the family who lived there has been left without a place to call home.
The cause of the fire is still under investigation, but it is believed to have started in the kitchen area. The exact extent of the damage is yet to be determined, but it is estimated to be in the hundreds of thousands of dollars.
Neighbours in the housing development were shocked and saddened by the incident. Many expressed their concern for the affected family and offered their support in any way they could.
The Cochrane Fire Department has reminded residents to always practice fire safety measures in their homes, such as regularly checking smoke detectors and having a fire escape plan in place.
The community has also come together to support the affected family, with a GoFundMe page set up to help them during this difficult time.
As the investigation continues, the Cochrane Fire Department is urging residents to be vigilant and report any potential fire hazards to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.
Our thoughts are with the family who lost their home in this tragic event. We hope they are able to find comfort and support from their community during this challenging time.
