RCMP investigates fatal fire at Digby apartment house
An investigation has been launched into a tragic fire that occurred at an apartment building in Digby, Nova Scotia on Friday morning. The incident, which resulted in a fatality, has left the community in shock.
According to Nova Scotia RCMP, first responders were summoned to the building on Birch Street at 8 a.m. The structure, which housed multiple apartments, became engulfed in flames, prompting a swift response from firefighters and emergency personnel.
While many residents were able to evacuate the building safely, authorities discovered a body inside the apartment complex. Details about the deceased individual have not been disclosed at this time.
The Office of the Fire Marshal and the Nova Scotia Medical Examiner’s Office have been called in to assist with the investigation. Their expertise will be crucial in determining the cause of the fire and shedding light on the circumstances surrounding the tragic incident.
As the community grapples with this devastating loss, officials are urging anyone with information about the fire to come forward. The authorities are working diligently to piece together what transpired that fateful morning and provide closure to the affected families.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their loved ones during this difficult time. We hope that the investigation will yield answers and bring a sense of justice to those impacted by this heartbreaking event.
