An overnight fire has displaced 13 people from their homes in a building in downtown Saint John.
The initial fire was in a vacant building on Lancaster Avenue but the blaze affected buildings on either side.
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The Canadian Red Cross says it has become involved and is providing alternative accommodations for the residents.
The fire initially caused a loss of power to people living on the block, after electricity was cut to the street.
Firefighters said the cause of the fire is being investigated.
No injuries were reported.