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Partially-built Windsor apartment building catches fire

Windsor’s fire team’s quick actions were able to put out a blaze at a partially-built apartment building within a few minutes on Aug. 22.

Firefighters were called to the building at Wyandotte and Crawford just after 11am, and were able to contain the fire quickly.

The cause of the fire is said to have been construction-related, and started on the second floor of the structure, causing about $10,000 in damages.

No injuries were reported in the incident. The fire has been ruled accidental.

photo courtesy Windsor Fire and Rescue

Mark Buckshon
Mark Buckshon
Mark Buckshon founded the precursor business behind Ontario Construction News in 1989. Earlier, he worked as a journalist and sub-editor, including a stint on the Bulawayo Chronicle in 1979-80, during the transition from Rhodesia to Zimbabwe.  He has lived in Ottawa since 1981. While most publishers achieve their role through a sales/business development career, Mark developed his business skills after succeeding as a journalist, and he continues to enjoy actively writing, editing and contributing to the publication. Mark can be reached at buckshon@ontarioconstructionnews.com
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