Duplex fire in Amherstburg sends four people to hospital

A duplex fire near the 100 block of Kingsbridge Dr. in Amherstburg, March 24, 2026. (Source: Amherstburg fire)

Four people have been taken to hospital with minor smoke inhalation after a duplex fire in Amherstburg.

Amherstburg fire crews were called to the 100-block of Kingsbridge Drive around 6:45 Tuesday morning and were met with heavy smoke upon arrival.

Chief Michael Mio says it’s a kitchen fire, and crews worked hard to contain the fire to the kitchen area.

He says there was damage to the attic space in the kitchen.

Mio says an investigation is underway to determine the cause of the blaze.

Amherstburg fire crews remain on the scene.