Advertisement

Central Alberta teenager dies in house fire

A young man managed to escape the fire, but investigators said he later died. Global News

A fire in Maskwacis, Alta. last week killed a 19-year-old man.

Investigators said the fire broke out at a home about 100 kilometres south of Edmonton around 5:30 a.m. on Thursday morning.

There were five people in the home when Maskwacis RCMP and the Ermineskin Fire Department arrived.

Four people managed to escape on their own, including the 19-year-old man who later died.

Breaking news from Canada and around the world sent to your email, as it happens.
For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen.

Get breaking National news

For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen.
By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy.

One person had to be rescued.

The fire is not believed to be suspicious and the investigation into the cause of the blaze is ongoing.

Sponsored content

AdChoices