Little information is currently available regarding the fire that happened Thursday on Centennial Crescent.
The News-Optimist was aware of the fire around 5:30 p.m. One house was nearly burned completely and the house beside it had started. A number of spectators gathered around the houses to witness the fire.
Fire Chief Albert Headrick said Monday two houses were involved, along with the garage and truck on the property that was most damaged.
The fire department often issues press releases regarding local fires, but they have not done so at the time of publication.
"Press releases are from us in regards to our response," Headrick said, "but after the investigation, if it's undetermined, or if we bring another agency in, and if it falls within their perimeters, they take responsibility for it."
Headrick encouraged contacting the RCMP.
He said "All we do is assist them in their investigation. They do additional interviews and stuff like that to make their determination."
From the firefighters' perspective, Headrick said containing the fire "went quite well." He said the resources were able to get there in time and no lives were lost. He added that a dog survived in the basement for three hours.
The RCMP said Monday the situation was "under investigation" but had no further comment at the time. A press release is expected to be issued.
Photos by Josh Greschner
