Sault fire causes extensive damage to home, garage, more

An undated photo of a Sault Ste. Marie Fire Services patch on the sleeve of a firefighter uniform. (File photo/CTV News)

Fire Services in Sault Ste. Marie, Ont., responded to a residential fire in the 100 block of Third Line East, shortly before 5 a.m. on Saturday.

“Upon arrival, there was significant smoke and flames visible from the residential dwelling, detached garage structure as well as a vehicle parked in the driveway,” said fire services in a news release on May 25.

City officials said firefighter crews spent several hours battling the blaze before the fire was contained.

There were no injuries reported in connection with the incident.

Fire services said EMS attended the scene as a precaution.

PUC Services and Enbridge Gas also responded to the site and the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service attended to block traffic.

Structural concerns

Authorities said fire investigators were unable to enter the dwelling due to significant structural damage.

“The cause of the fire is undetermined,” said fire services.

The residential dwelling, the detached garage structure and a vehicle sustained extensive fire and smoke damage. Neighbouring structures also suffered heat damage.