Fire crews extinguish south Lethbridge residential fire

No injuries or other structures were damaged after Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services responded to a residential fire on Wednesday in the 2800 block of 47 Street South.  

At approximately 5:30 p.m., the City of Lethbridge reports, crews from four stations were dispatched to a townhouse, where a fire had started on the front porch and extended to the exterior siding of the home. “Smoke was reported throughout the interior of the residence.” 

Residents called 9-1-1 and attempted to control the fire with a home extinguisher before crews arrived. Upon arrival, firefighters completed extinguishment and confirmed there was no further spread.  

Stan Ashbee
Stan Ashbee
Stan Ashbee is a news reporter, entertainment journalist, singer, songwriter, guitarist, poet and dad. Stan has been with Vista Radio and My Lethbridge Now since January 2024. Prior to working in radio, Stan was a managing editor and journalist for several southern Alberta newspapers and online publications for over 15 years. He was also a mobile DJ/host for over 20 years.
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