Man, 60s, Dies in Urgent Montreal Apartment Fire Today

BREAKING: A man in his 60s tragically lost his life in a devastating apartment fire in Montreal’s Côte-des-Neiges—Notre-Dame-de-Grâce borough this afternoon. The fire erupted around 12:15 p.m. local time, prompting an immediate response from the Montreal Fire Department.

Emergency responders rushed to a third-floor apartment on Grand Blvd. near St-Jacques St., where they found the blaze contained. Firefighters quickly brought the situation under control and retrieved the man from the smoke-filled apartment. He was transported to a local hospital but was pronounced dead shortly after arrival.

Authorities report that the fire did not spread beyond the apartment, sparing the rest of the building from damage. Preliminary investigations suggest that the fire does not appear to be criminal in nature; however, the exact cause remains undetermined. The investigation has now been handed over to the Montreal Police Arson Unit for further examination.

This incident marks a somber moment for the community, highlighting the urgency of fire safety awareness. Residents are urged to ensure their smoke detectors are operational and to have a safety plan in place.

Stay tuned for updates as more information becomes available regarding the cause and circumstances surrounding this tragic event.