A stretch of downtown New Glasgow has been destroyed after a fire ripped through a row of historic buildings.
In a post on social media, the New Glasgow Fire Department says the blaze started Wednesday afternoon and lasted through until Thursday morning as crews put out hot spots.
“The loss of businesses and apartments will be felt for many years,” says the fire department.
It is unclear what started the fire but New Glasgow fire thanks neighbouring departments for their help.
Mayor Nancy Dicks says the town is deeply saddened by the devastating fire and extends sincere condolences.
“The businesses directly impacted include Zelda’s Flowers, Proud Pets and Twagy Vintage, all valued members of our downtown business community and wonderful downtown partners and friends,” says Dicks.
The tragedy, she says, also impacted 14 people who were tenants in the buildings.
“Our thoughts are with them as they navigate the days ahead.”
In a statement on social media, Premier Tim Houston says the fire is a heartbreaking loss.
“I’m thinking of everyone impacted. A big thanks to first responders for all they did to get these fires under control to support the community,” says Houston.
Justice Minister Sean Fraser echoes Houston’s remarks saying there was “extraordinary damage” to the core of downtown New Glasgow and thanks first responders.
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