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Structure fire in Surrey lands 2 in hospital, road closures in effect

Darpan News Desk Surrey RCMP, 19 Sep, 2022 07:29 PM

Surrey RCMP is currently on scene following a report of a structure fire in the 14800 block of 75a avenue.

At approximately 3:54 pm this afternoon, Surrey RCMP received a report of a structure fire in the 14800 block of 75a avenue.

Upon arrival, police found the residence fully engulfed, and firefighters were hard at work trying to contain the fire.

One man was located with minor injuries, and another with serious injuries, and both have been transported to hospital.

The fire is not suspicious in nature, and appears to be accidental, but investigators are still working to determine the exact cause of the fire.

Police and fire crews are on scene. It is expected that traffic in the area will be disrupted for some time.

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