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Fire Forces Evacuation at Mission Seniors’ Residence

Officials are confirming residents’ whereabouts at the Mission Leisure Centre reception centre.

Overview

  • Firefighters continued battling a large blaze at Chartwell Carrington House on 7th Avenue on Monday evening.
  • All residents were evacuated and transported by bus to the Mission Leisure Centre, where Emergency Support Services are assisting.
  • Mission RCMP and residence staff are still working to verify that every resident is accounted for.
  • Authorities reported no confirmed cause or injury information, and asked the public to avoid the area.
  • 7th Avenue is closed between Cedar Street and Briskham Street, and supplies at the reception centre are sufficient with no donations requested.