A man in his 60s has died in a North York townhouse fire Sunday. Officials say the blaze was intense. Investigation by fire and police services is underway.
Tragic Fire Claims Life in North York
A man in his 60s was pronounced dead after a two-alarm fire broke out in a North York townhouse Sunday afternoon, according to Toronto Police Services. The blaze occurred near Don Mills Road and Rochefort Drive, drawing a rapid response from emergency services shortly after 3 p.m.
Emergency Crews Responded Quickly
Toronto Fire Chief Jim Jessop reported that crews arrived at the scene to find the townhouse engulfed in “heavy flame and heat.” Firefighters forced entry through the back of the building in an urgent attempt to conduct a rescue operation. Their primary search led to the discovery of the male occupant inside the unit.
Victim Pronounced Dead at the Scene
Despite efforts to evacuate him, the man was found unresponsive and declared deceased on site. His identity has not yet been released. One firefighter sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to hospital for further care.
Fire Contained, No Further Injuries Reported
The fire was successfully contained, and no additional occupants were inside the building at the time of the incident. Neighbours were not required to evacuate, and adjacent units did not suffer significant damage, officials confirmed.
Investigation Underway by Multiple Agencies
An investigation into the cause and origin of the fire is being jointly conducted by the Toronto Police Service, Toronto Fire Service, and the Office of the Fire Marshal. Authorities have not yet indicated whether the blaze is considered suspicious.
Community Shocked by Sudden Loss
Local residents expressed grief and concern following the incident. The man is believed to have lived alone in the townhouse. Support services are being made available to neighbours and first responders affected by the tragedy.
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