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Historic Quinsam Hotel in Campbell River goes up in flames

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Fire breaks out in historic Campbell River hotel
Fire crews were called to a hotel in Campbell River overnight. It appears the Quinsam Hotel has been destroyed but thankfully no one was injured – Jun 28, 2017

Fire devastated a historic hotel in Campbell River overnight.

The Quinsam Hotel and pub, believed to be about 92 years old, suffered extensive damage and will likely be torn down.

The hotel on Wednesday morning. Courtesy: Chantal Craig.
The hotel on Wednesday morning. Courtesy: Chantal Craig.

Witnesses tell Global News the fire broke out just before midnight and hours later fire crews could not keep the flames from spreading throughout the building.

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Everyone inside the building at the time made it out safely and no one was seriously hurt.

However, their belongings appear to be lost. Residents say the loss of hotel is devastating for their community.

Credit: Chantal Craig.
Credit: Chantal Craig.
Credit: Chantal Craig.
Credit: Chantal Craig.
Credit: Chantal Craig.
Credit: Chantal Craig.
Credit: Chantal Craig.
Credit: Chantal Craig.

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