Advertisement

‘Moderate damage’ after overnight explosions, fire in Lake Country: Kelowna Fire Department

The cause of the fire is undetermined at this time. Global News

Several 911 calls were made reporting flames, smoke and explosions in Lake Country early on Monday morning.

Shortly after 2:30 a.m., the Kelowna and Lake Country Fire Departments responded to Tilley road.

READ MORE: UPDATED: Eagle Bluff wildfire prompts evacuation alerts, air quality statement

When crews arrived, they saw flames and smoke between two buildings that were six feet apart.

Get breaking Canada news delivered to your inbox as it happens so you won't miss a trending story.

Get breaking National news

Get breaking Canada news delivered to your inbox as it happens so you won't miss a trending story.
By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy.

In a release, John Kelly, platoon captain for the Kelowna Fire Department, said, “Crews were able to quickly extinguish the exterior fire and then gained access into the structure.”

READ MORE: Crews in B.C. helping salmon navigate Fraser River landslide

The fire did spread to the interior of one of the buildings and caused “moderate damage” according to the Kelowna Fire Department.

Story continues below advertisement

The cause of the fire is unknown at this time.

WATCH: (June 29, 2019) Suspicious car fire in Southeast Kelowna

Click to play video: 'Suspicious car fire in Southeast Kelowna'
Suspicious car fire in Southeast Kelowna

Sponsored content

AdChoices