Early morning blaze that displaced two people deemed suspicious
Windsor fire was on scene of an early morning blaze in the 1500 block of Pelissier Street on Monday.
According to Windsor Fire and Rescue Services, the fire investigator was on scene following their response, looking to determine the origin and cause of the fire.
Two people and four dogs have been displaced, but no injuries were reported.
Damage is estimated at approximately $75,000 - and the cause has been identified as suspicious.
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