Northumberland OPP have given an update to a structure fire in Colborne earlier Friday morning.
Just after 4:15 a.m., police received a report of a residential building on fire on King Street East.
The Township of Cramahe Fire Department, along with Emergency Medical Services attended the scene.
Multiple fire departments from across the county responded to assist in controlling the blaze.
King Street East was closed between Church Street West and Division Street while firefighters worked to contain the fully involved structure.
Percy Street remained open to allow traffic to move through the area.
Police say the building is a multi‑occupancy residence.
Working with community partners, first responders helped relocate residents to nearby safe locations while firefighters battled the fire.
The Ontario Fire Marshal has been notified and will be attending the scene to assist with their ongoing investigation. Officers also remain at the location.
Anyone affected by this incident who wishes to access support services is encouraged to contact Peterborough‑Northumberland Victim Services at 1‑888‑822‑7729.
No further details are available at this time.
Police say they will provide updates as information becomes available.
Fire at a Northumberland County Housing Corporation apartment complex at 8 King Street, West in Colborne just after 4:10 a.m. Friday morning. (Photo: Ontario Provincial Police)
Fire at a Northumberland County Housing Corporation apartment complex at 8 King Street, West in Colborne just after 4:10 a.m. Friday morning. (Photo: Ontario Provincial Police)
Fire at a Northumberland County Housing Corporation apartment complex at 8 King Street, West in Colborne just after 4:10 a.m. Friday morning. (Photo: Ontario Provincial Police)
Fire at a Northumberland County Housing Corporation apartment complex at 8 King Street, West in Colborne just after 4:10 a.m. Friday morning. (Photo: Ontario Provincial Police)
