Fire burns through Lynn Valley seniors' complex — for the 2nd time in 3 years
CBC
Crews from three fire departments responded to a major blaze Saturday morning at a seniors' apartment complex in North Vancouver — the second fire at the site in less than three years.
District of North Vancouver fire Chief Mike Danks said the fire broke out at the Silverlynn Apartments at 1335 East 27th St., in Lynn Valley around 9 a.m.
Photos and video footage posted online show the building engulfed in flames, with thick black and grey smoke billowing overhead and visible from far-away parts of Metro Vancouver.
"This has been a very tough day for our community," Danks told reporters Saturday afternoon outside of the building.
"Upon arrival, there was a fully involved working fire, crews made entry and encountered extreme heat upon pulling into the building."
He said 10 people inside the building had to be rescued from balconies while the fire raged.
According to Danks, the fire spread quickly because part of the building was under construction, with no drywall to contain the flames.
The building has been undergoing repair work from a deadly fire that occurred in May 2022, killing one resident and displacing around 70 others.
"The main part of the building that has suffered the most damage was the part that was under construction," the fire chief said, adding that there were no occupancies on that side of the building.
He added that firefighters were able to account for all the residents.
B.C. Emergency Health Services said two people were taken to hospital in stable condition.
North Shore Emergency Management (NSEM) has set up a reception centre at the nearby Westlynn Baptist Church.
NSEM director Emily Dicken said staff have registered displaced residents and are providing food, clothing and emergency housing for at least 72 hours.
"It really depends on the complex needs and challenges they face," she said. "Some supports can be extended for several months."
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