Over 125 firefighters were engaged in battling a significant five-alarm fire on Monday afternoon at a large apartment complex in Montreal’s Saint-Michel district. Residents were reportedly trapped on their balconies as flames engulfed the building.
The fire ignited around midday at the apartment building located near the junction of Saint-Michel Boulevard and Jarry Street East, triggering a swift and extensive emergency response.
During the initial stages of the operation, firefighters heroically rescued multiple tenants who found themselves stranded on their balconies while attempting to flee from the spreading fire and smoke.
Officials from the fire department have announced plans for further searches to ensure that no individuals are left inside the burning structure.
The intensity of the blaze necessitated the deployment of a force of over 125 firefighters, who persisted in their efforts to gain control over the fire well into the early afternoon.
Emergency crews continued to tackle the serious situation, providing assistance to residents and striving to contain the fire within the building.
At the time of reporting, authorities had not disclosed an official tally of injuries resulting from the fire. The full extent of the damage and the number of displaced residents remained uncertain.
As the emergency response and official evaluations unfold, more details are anticipated to emerge regarding the incident.
The cause behind the fire has not yet been determined.
