Media Release, January 3, 2023, Fire at Calabogie Peaks

Media Release, January 3, 2023, Fire at Calabogie Peaks

At approximately 7 a.m. on January 3, 2023, both stations of the Greater Madawaska Fire Department responded to the call for a structure fire at Calabogie Peaks. Upon arrival, the pump house was fully engulfed and mutual aid from the McNab/Braeside Fire Department was requested. The fire departments worked quickly to ensure the fire did not spread to any other buildings. The fire was under control by approximately 10:30 a.m. and the scene was secured an hour later. There were no injuries as a result of this incident. The cause of the fire is unknown at this time.

Greater Madawaska Fire Chief Chris Peters extends his appreciation to the McNab/Braeside Fire Department, Ontario Provincial Police and County of Renfrew Paramedic Service which provided support during this fire incident, as well as the Township’s Public Works Department.

Mayor Rob Weir and Councillor Rob Tripp were on site and Mayor Weir provided the following comment:

“Calabogie Peaks suffered a significant loss this morning and hopefully they will be operational in the near future. I would like to extend my gratitude to the McNab/Braeside Fire Department, OPP, Renfrew County Paramedics and our Public Works Department for aiding with this large fire incident,” he said. “I would also like to commend the professionalism of all who assisted. I would like to extend a special thanks to Charbonneau’s for their support of food and beverages. Finally, I would like to extend my appreciation to the fire department for its quick response to contain the fire. “

Members of the McNab/Braeside Fire Department have returned to their station and the Greater Madawaska Fire Department will remain on the scene to douse hot spots.

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:

Allison Holtzhauer                    CAO/Clerk-Deputy Treasurer                                  613 752-2222