Peterborough Housing Corporation Havelock complex suffers extensive fire damage

This news release is distributed on behalf of Peterborough Housing Corporation

Peterborough Housing Corporation Havelock complex suffers extensive fire damage

A 20-unit Peterborough Housing Corporation complex on George Street East in the Township of Havelock-Belmont-Methuen suffered extensive damage following a fire on the evening of Tuesday, April 23, 2024. All residents escaped the property safely.

Peterborough Housing is working with the 18 people who were displaced, and all have secured safe temporary accommodations. Work to secure more permanent housing for the affected residents is underway, with efforts expected to take a number of weeks before alternative suitable housing is secured for the residents.

"This has been a devastating experience for our residents and for the entire Havelock community. I send them my most sincere sympathies for their trauma and loss," said Hope Lee, Interim CEO of Peterborough Housing Corporation. "I want to recognize the heroic efforts of our first responders who managed to get everyone out of the building safely and contain the fire despite difficult conditions. Thank you for your bravery and expertise."

Lee also thanked the Havelock community and residents from neighbouring areas for their remarkable response and support of the displaced people. More information will be available in coming days on how to share support.

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