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Couple in Their 60s Critical After Brassall Unit Fire Rescue

Investigators are probing a possible garage ignition reported in early accounts of the blaze.

Overview

  • Firefighters pulled a man and woman in their 60s from a burning unit in Brassall, and both are in critical condition.
  • Crews arrived to find the Melville Drive home engulfed, located the pair inside, and rushed them to hospital.
  • Neighbors in an adjoining unit got out with three children after confusion over a loud bang, and paramedics cleared them at the scene.
  • Investigators are examining the scene, with early reports pointing to a possible garage ignition that has not been confirmed.
  • The woman reportedly fell during the escape because of mobility issues, and her husband stayed with her and called for help.