Coventry Hills Fire: Quick Response Keeps Calgary Safe
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A two-alarm fire ripped through Coventry Hills on September 21st, around 4:40 p.m., leaving two homes destroyed and a third potentially damaged. Calgary Fire Department crews responded swiftly to Covepark Drive NE, battling the intense blaze with both exterior and interior attacks. While firefighters successfully knocked down the flames, the fire had already spread, displacing all occupants from the two homes deemed unlivable.
Thankfully, no serious injuries were reported, a testament to the rapid response and professionalism of our local heroes at CFD. Calgary Police Service (CPS) managed traffic, a critical role in residential areas like Coventry Hills, which is largely comprised of single-family detached houses and home to over 17,000 residents. Meanwhile, Atco and Enmax secured utilities, preventing further hazards.
This incident serves as a stark reminder of the unpredictable nature of fires, even as Calgary experienced a moderate wildfire season recently, thanks to normal summer temperatures. For Calgarians displaced by such events, support is available through organizations like the Red Cross and the City of Calgary's Emergency Social Services, which assist with immediate physical and psychological needs.
The cause of the Coventry Hills blaze remains under investigation. Events like these underscore the courage and efficiency of Calgary’s emergency teams who are always ready to protect our community.
This story comes to us from the Calgary Newsroom. Get more info at the source: https://newsroom.calgary.ca/cfd-crews-respond-to-two-alarm-fire-in-coventry-hills/,A two-alarm fire ripped through Coventry Hills on September 21st, around 4:40 p.m., leaving two homes destroyed and a third potentially damaged. Calgary Fire Department crews responded swiftly to Covepark Drive NE, battling the intense blaze with both exterior and interior attacks. While firefighters successfully knocked down the flames, the fire had already spread, displacing all occupants from the two homes deemed unlivable.
Thankfully, no serious injuries were reported, a testament to the rapid response and professionalism of our local heroes at CFD. Calgary Police Service (CPS) managed traffic, a critical role in residential areas like Coventry Hills, which is a growing community primarily featuring single-family detached homes. Meanwhile, Atco and Enmax secured utilities, preventing further hazards.
This incident serves as a stark reminder of the unpredictable nature of fires, even as Calgary recently experienced a moderate wildfire season thanks to normal summer temperatures. For Calgarians displaced by such events, support is available through organizations like the Red Cross and the City of Calgary's Emergency Social Services, which assist with immediate physical and psychological needs.
The cause of the Coventry Hills blaze remains under investigation. Events like these underscore the courage and efficiency of Calgary’s emergency teams who are always ready to step in and protect our community.
This story comes to us from the Calgary Newsroom. Get more info at the source: https://newsroom.calgary.ca/cfd-crews-respond-to-two-alarm-fire-in-coventry-hills/