Manitoba officials are dealing with the aftermath of a series of fires in downtown Brandon.
The City of Brandon says a 68-unit apartment building sustained heavy water and fire damage and isn’t safe for residents yet.
Another building was severely damaged, while another two were destroyed.
The city, along with Canadian Red Cross and the province of Manitoba is taking care of evacuees, who have been placed in temporary housing.
Officials haven’t released the cause of the first fire, which broke out Saturday around the noon hour.
Nobody was injured in the fires, and Brandon West MLA Reg Helwer indicates that all pets in the apartment building are safe. (File Photo)
First impressions of our inspection with #BdnMB Fire Commissioner @RickChrest @LenIsleifson @reghelwer. We are in this together. #mbpoli pic.twitter.com/bERltcnmFO
— Cliff Cullen (@Min_CliffCullen) May 20, 2018
On a more positive note, there has been a huge outpouring of clothing & supplies donated for those evacuated and several go fund me campaigns have started. Thanks to our community for stepping forward to help & for reception staff & Red Cross team on hand. pic.twitter.com/iCpZGtbscM
— Mayor Rick Chrest (@RickChrest) May 20, 2018
Closer inspection today of the terrible losses to these downtown businesses and significant damage to Massey Manor. Brandon Fire Service along with 5 neighboring fire departments did a fabulous job of battling this very challenging incident. pic.twitter.com/OXKNp1bIrg
— Mayor Rick Chrest (@RickChrest) May 20, 2018
