Fire breaks out at Mississauga townhouse complex, damages 36 units

Mississauga Fire officials say a large fire that broke out at a townhouse complex has affected at least 36 units.

Crews were called to Battleford Road, near Winston Churchill and Derry Road at around 2:09 p.m. on Sunday for reports of a fire at a three storey multi-unit home.

Officials said the fire caused extensive damage to the roof and attic space.

“The fire started on a third floor balcony and spread through the communal attic of the building,” Mississauga fire officials said.

“We don’t believe this fire to be suspicious.”

No injuries were reported to any civilians, but one firefighter did suffer an injury, officials said.

In an update Monday, the City of Mississauga said “it was identified that asbestos could be present in the textured coat of the ceiling.”

Firefighters in hazmat suits responded after the revelation.

There are 36 units that have been impacted so far due to the fire either by the fire, smoke or water damage, officials said.

Officials are asking residents to contact their insurance and anyone without insurance should attend Meadowvale Community Centre for assistance.

The building was inspected in May and, at the time, had a working fire alarm, according to Mississauga fire.

“We do know that in some fire situations, fire can compromise the alarm system and make it inoperable,” Mississauga Fire said.

They also said following their investigation, the apartment building will be in the care and control of the property management company who can begin to make repairs.

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— With files from Global News’ Isaac Callan