Fire in Old Montreal Heritage Building Claims First Life and Leaves Six Missing

Tragedy struck the Old Montreal heritage building as a massive fire engulfed the three-storey structure at the intersection of Place d'Youville and Saint-Nicolas Street.

The blaze has claimed its first life, with the recovery of a body from the rubble. Six people remain missing, and rescue teams are working tirelessly to locate them.

The Montreal police arson squad, led by Commander Steve Belzil, is investigating the incident. Belzil reported that the victim's body was recovered from the rubble at 6:45 pm local time, and the forensic scientific laboratory will now take the necessary steps to identify the victim.

The cause of the fire is still unknown, and firefighters are battling to control the flames that have engulfed the building. The situation is dire, with fears that the remaining missing people may also have perished in the blaze.

The Old Montreal heritage building is a significant cultural landmark, with its historical architecture and significance to the community. The fire is a devastating blow to the city's heritage, and the loss of life is a tragic event that has left the community in mourning.

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The Montreal police and firefighters are working diligently to control the fire and locate the missing individuals. They are calling on the public to come forward with any information that could assist with the investigation.

In these challenging times, our thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their families, and we stand in solidarity with the Old Montreal community.

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