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The fire broke out near the Hwy 16 bypass in North Battleford late Monday night. (Submitted photo/Chris Bekei)
Fire investigation

Commercial property considered total loss after late night fire in North Battleford

Oct 15, 2024 | 5:36 AM

The flames have been put out, now an investigation will begin into what caused a significant fire at a commercial property in North Battleford late Monday night.

The North Battleford Fire Department along with help from the Rural Municipality and Town of Battleford responded to a serious structure fire at a commercial property located on the Highway 16 bypass in North Battleford around 10 p.m. Initial reports from witnesses indicated the structure was a motel.

A post on the city’s Facebook page said RCMP, CSO’s and WPD Ambulance also attended along with local heavy equipment operators as the fire was close to a gas station.

Video submitted by Chris Bekei

The structure sustained severe damage and is considered a total loss. There were no reported injuries.

The cause of the blaze is currently unknown as the investigation has yet to get underway.

cjnbnews@pattisonmedia.com

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