QUICK SUMMARY
A fire at the Silverlynn Apartment seniors' complex in North Vancouver displaced 36 residents and left five people needing medical attention. Firefighters faced challenges due to ongoing construction, which contributed to the rapid spread of flames. No fatalities were reported, and crews continue to address remaining hot spots.
A fire early Saturday at the Silverlynn Apartment seniors' complex in North Vancouver displaced 36 residents and required medical treatment for five individuals. Fire Chief Mike Danks described the scene as chaotic, with ten people needing rescue from balconies amid heavy smoke and flames. Paramedics treated five people, with two taken to the hospital for minor injuries. The construction status of the building complicated firefighting efforts, as three-quarters of the complex was still under renovation, increasing vulnerability to fire. By Sunday morning, the fire was reported to be 95 percent extinguished, with crews continuing to manage lingering hot spots. This incident follows a previous fire in 2022 that resulted in one fatality and displaced 70 residents. Local authorities are assessing the damage and coordinating support for those affected. The fire raises concerns about fire safety in under-construction buildings, prompting calls for stricter regulations.