Two homes were destroyed by a devastating blaze in Alban, Ont, Monday afternoon. Fire crews from French River responded to the fire on Delamere Road around 4:30 p.m., and officials reported that the flames quickly spread from the first house to a nearby second property.
There were no injuries or fatalities, and the Canadian Red Cross is assisting the displaced residents. Investigators are still working to determine the cause of the fire. Volunteer firefighters remained on the scene into the evening, monitoring hot spots to prevent further damage.