Early morning fire at old water treatment plant

Early morning fire at old water treatment plant

Hometown News

May 8, 2023

Last updated: May 8, 2023

1 minute read

Photo credit: Sally Smith.

Photo credit: Google Maps screengrab.

69 views

Posted on: May 8, 2023

An early morning fire at Smiths Falls’ old water treatment plant brought firefighters out in force. Fire started at 2:20 a.m. May 8; it was “fully involved — roof, third, and second floor,” one fireman reported. He added they’re not sure of the cause, they’re “still investigating.” He said the building has been boarded up for some time and it’s “one of those buildings kids and transient people try to get into every time they’re through.” More to come…

Article by Sally Smith

Hometown News
Author: Hometown News

guest
1 Comment
Oldest
Newest Most Voted
Inline Feedbacks
View all comments
Kerry Badgley
Kerry Badgley
May 8, 2023 9:04 pm

Such a shame, but fortunately no one was injured. Good piece of local journalism.

Your Independent Grocer in Smiths Falls has a new owner

Hometown News

January 3, 2024

Your Independent Grocer in Smiths Falls has a new owner

Kemptville YIG co-owner comes to town with extensive background   BY LAURIE WEIR After 15 years in Smiths Falls, Dan and Wanita Andress have retired from Your Independent Grocer.  “It has been an incredible journey filled with meaningful experiences, growth...

© Copyright 2025, All Rights Reserved