Fire at Encampment on Thames Street
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Date of Incident: 2025-03-26
Time of Call: 15:05
Address of Incident: 12 Thames Street
Responding Stations:
Station #1 - Chatham
Station #2 - Chatham
Type of Incident: Structure Fire
Type of Building: Tent
Comments on incident/response: Stations #1 & #2 – Chatham responded to a tent fire at the encampment located on Thames Street in Chatham at 3:04 pm today. Within minutes of arriving at the scene, firefighters swiftly evacuated propane tanks from the vicinity and extinguished the flames. CKFR Prevention and Community Safety departments, in collaboration with the Chatham Kent Police Service and CK Housing Services, conducted a visit to the encampment to verify that adequate space existed between the tents a few weeks ago. Diligent efforts have been made by community partners to reduce the presence of combustibles in the area. There were no injuries, and the cause of the fire is undetermined. CKFR is reminding residents to ensure safe use of propane heaters, never use outdoor heaters indoors, ensure proper ventilation, keep heaters away from flammable materials, and always follow manufacturer instructions.
Name of Person Releasing Information: Whitney Burk
Name of Contact Person For More Information: Assistant Chief Sean McRoberts
Phone Number: 519-436-3270
