Deemed a vacant and secured building, Harris says what remains the question is if the blaze was intentionally set or by accident. “We responded with our aerial apparatus, a pair of engine trucks, and mutual aid from Weberville and St. Isidore departments each responded with a engine truck and members (firefighters)."

Town of Peace River Fire Chief Tim Harris confirms that while the blaze may not have been intentionally set – the cause and source is likely human in nature. Article content

“The was no power to the building. It could be someone with a fire to stay warm (not trying to set it on fire),” he says. “It may be tough to pinpoint an exact cause.” Article content

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