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Working smoke alarms credited for occupants’ safe evacuation in early morning blaze

On Sunday, July 24th shortly before 6:30 am, crews from Baysville Station #4 with assistance from Algonquin Highlands and Huntsville responded to a reported structure fire east of Baysville on Hwy 117. Upon arrival, crews were met with heavy fire involvement at the front of the building which had already spread into the roof structure.

“With the early warning of the smoke alarms sounding, the occupants were able to safely evacuate the building,” said Huntsville/Lake of Bays Fire Chief Gary Monahan.  

There were no injuries and the cause and circumstances are currently under investigation. Damage is estimated to be $400,000.

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One Comment

  1. Phil Beacock says:

    Great job by the owners, you had smoke alarms that worked!!! Great job by the HLBFD! Hats off to you people! Safe day to all first responders that make it work and all those other people making it work! Thanks!