A Halloween afternoon fire has left one unit of a residential duplex in St. Paul a total loss, but thankfully, an adult and three children who were inside escaped without injury.
The St. Paul Fire Department responded to the structure fire at approximately 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 31, in the 5100 block of 57 Street.
When firefighters arrived, one side of the duplex was already heavily involved in flames.
Crews battled intense heat and thick smoke, managing to contain the fire to one unit and preventing it from spreading to the adjoining residence.
Despite their efforts, damage to the affected unit was extensive and it has been declared a total loss.
A total of 20 firefighters and six fire department units responded to the scene.
Investigation Underway
The St. Paul Fire Department and RCMP are investigating the cause of the fire.
No cause has been released at this time.
The Town of St. Paul confirmed the details in a media release issued Sunday, November 1.
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Halloween Fire Destroys St. Paul Duplex Unit, Family Escapes Uninjured
A Halloween afternoon fire has left one unit of a residential duplex in St. Paul a total loss, but thankfully, an adult and three children who were inside escaped without injury.
The St. Paul Fire Department responded to the structure fire at approximately 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 31, in the 5100 block of 57 Street.
When firefighters arrived, one side of the duplex was already heavily involved in flames.
Crews battled intense heat and thick smoke, managing to contain the fire to one unit and preventing it from spreading to the adjoining residence.
Despite their efforts, damage to the affected unit was extensive and it has been declared a total loss.
A total of 20 firefighters and six fire department units responded to the scene.
Investigation Underway
The St. Paul Fire Department and RCMP are investigating the cause of the fire.
No cause has been released at this time.
The Town of St. Paul confirmed the details in a media release issued Sunday, November 1.
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