Vernon Fire Rescue Services attending a call of an apartment fire on Pleasant Valley Rd. Monday (photo by Liam Verster / Vernon Matters)

By Liam Verster

Possible Apartment Fire

UPDATE: Smoke, but no fire, caused evacuation of Vernon apartment

Nov 4, 2024 | 5:44 PM

UPDATE: 10:30 a.m. Nov. 5

An apartment building on Pleasant Valley Road was evacuated due to smoke filling a unit Monday afternoon.

Vernon Fire Rescue was dispatched to the three-storey building for reports of smoke coming out of a top floor unit around 4:55 p.m. Nov. 4.

Residents had already evacuated the building as firefighters arrived.

Fire crew entered the building and confirmed smoke coming from a single unit, but no fire.

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The unit and hallways were ventilated and residents were able to return to their homes after a short time.

“I want to emphasize the importance of heater and baseboard safety in our homes,” Deputy Chief, Alan Hofsink, said.

“Keep flammable materials, such as clothing, paper, and furniture at least three feet away from heaters and baseboards. Regularly inspect and clean heating units to remove dust and debris, which can pose fire hazards. And, it’s important when using portable heaters, do not overload outlets and always follow manufactures guidelines. By following these guidelines, residents can enhance their safety and comfort during colder months.”

— Original Story —

A Vernon apartment building was evacuated due to a possible fire Monday afternoon.

Dispatch reports from just before 5 p.m., Nov. 4, stated there was smoke coming from the top floor unit of a three-storey building in the 3300-block of Pleasant Valley Road.

Vernon Fire Rescue attended the scene and people were evacuated from the building, though details of the incident were not made available as of time of publication.