A fire that broke out in Chatham on Tuesday evening caused damage estimated to exceed $600,000. Emergency crews were dispatched to 87 Gray St. around 10:15 p.m., where two homes were engulfed in flames.
Firefighters from Chatham’s Stations #1 and #2 worked to control the blaze, with both homes being significantly affected. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.
The Ontario Fire Marshal has been informed, and Chatham-Kent fire inspectors are on-site. The area remains secured by police as an investigation is underway.