Cooking fire engulfs 230 Chemin Freeman

Taylor Clark

Residents of a three-storey condo building awoke to smoke and noise early on August 20 when a kitchen fire spread across the roof of the building.

Over 50 firefighters responded to a fire at 230 Chemin Freeman shortly after 3 am. Twelve of the building’s 21 units suffered damages from fire, smoke, and water, causing around 20 residents to be displaced and left in the hands of the Canadian Red Cross.

The fire was under control a little after 7 am. While no residents reported injuries, one firefighter obtained a minor injury. Losses were estimated at $639,360.

“It's important to remember that oil is a fuel that ignites easily when it reaches a certain temperature,” read a release from the Service de sécurité incendie de Gatineau. “A deep fryer fitted with a temperature regulator is the best way to limit the risk of fire-related to frying.”

Photo caption: Firefighters tend to the scene of a kitchen fire that broke out early on August 20 at 230 Chemin Freeman.

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