Advertisement

Fire destroys RV and kills dog

RV destroyed by lightning strike. Tammy/Submitted

GIMLI – An early morning blaze in an RV park has completely destroyed one vehicle and left a young girl with minor injuries.

The incident happened Saturday morning around 5 a.m.at the Autumnwood Motel and RV Resort in Gimli.

Adam Tarnowski/CJ Radio

Co-manager Sheryl Kruse told Global News the RV was struck by lightning and was quickly set a blaze. There was a young woman, believed to be in her young 20’s, inside at the time. She managed to escape the trailer with just a few minor cuts and bruises.

Story continues below advertisement
An early morning RV fire in Gimli believed to be caused by a lightning strike. Adam Tarnowski/CJ Radio

However we are told one dog perished in the fire.

Breaking news from Canada and around the world sent to your email, as it happens.

The provincial Office of the Fire Commissioner makes the final assessment and determination as to what caused the fire.

 

Sponsored content

AdChoices