Residential fire on Sydney Street started accidentally, Charlottetown official says
A fire that severely damaged a Sydney Street apartment building on March 5 has been determined accidental, caused by 'careless use of a candle,' says a spokesperson for the City of Charlottetown.
Fire has been determined to have been caused by 'careless use of a candle'
A fire that severely damaged a Sydney Street apartment building on March 5 has been determined accidental, caused by "careless use of a candle," says a spokesperson for the City of Charlottetown.
Two people had to be treated in hospital after emergency crews responded to the fire at 88-90 Sydney St., home to 12 people.
Tim Mamye, the city's fire chief, said at the time that the "stubborn fire" began on the third floor and ate into the attic space.
The response involved three fire engines from District 1, a fire engine from District 2, a rescue truck and a ladder truck.
About 45 to 50 firefighters worked to quell the flames from around 2:15 p.m. on the day it started until after midnight.