Fire destroys Law Office in Stoney Creek
HAMILTON, ON - January 12, 2017 - The Hamilton Fire Department responded to a report of a fire at Centennial Law Group located at 19 King Street West, Stoney Creek at approximately 12:33 am this morning. This is a two and half storey wood frame building occupied as a law office.
Upon arrival, crews reported heavy smoke and fire conditions at the front of the structure. The alarm was then upgraded to a multiple alarm bringing additional fire crews to the scene. Firefighters worked quickly and were able to effect a successful knockdown and extinguishment of the fire with no fire damage to neighbouring buildings.
No injuries were reported and damage is estimated to exceed $500,000. Due to the extensive fire damage, the Office of the Fire Marshal was contacted for their assistance in determining a cause for the fire.
For information on fire safety, contact our Fire Prevention Division at 905 546-2424 ext. 1380, weekdays between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm or visit www.hamilton.ca/fire.