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Early morning fire remains under investigation

The Guelph Fire Department is investigating an apartment fire in The Ward. Matt Carty / Global Guelph

An early morning fire in the city’s west end remains under investigation.

Fire Crews were dispatched to 115 Elmira Rd. N. early Monday after receiving reports of a fire at a residence.

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Upon their arrival, crews learned the fire was emitting from the home’s back deck, and forced their way through a gate to reach the blaze.

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The fire was quickly brought under control and subsequently extinguished, followed by the performance of an extensive overhaul to ensure the flames didn’t reach the inside of the home.

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Officials say that no injuries occurred in the incident, however the cause of the fire and an estimate of damage remains under investigation.

Both Guelph Police and the Guelph-Wellington Paramedic Services attended the scene as well.

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