November 29 2023 –
From November 28 to November 29, 2023, Vancouver Firefighters responded to 22 fire calls in the City.
Unfortunately, there were 2 injuries reported as a result. One individual at the 300 block of E Broadway Street sustained 14% burns and a separate event at the 400 block of Reid Street where an individual had burns to their hands.
Of the 22 fires:
- 7 of the calls were to SRO buildings involving smoking, lighters, e-bike rechargeable batteries and cooking.
- 9 fires where rubbish was intentionally set on fire
- 4 dumpsters intentionally set on fire
Within that 24 hour period a fire crew in the East end of the city also provided medical aid to an imminent birth. Both patients were transported to hospital in good condition.