Multiple fire stations respond to structure fire in Guelph-Eramosa Township
The Guelph Fire Department responded to a fire on Speedvale Avenue on June 24, 2025. (Courtesy: Guelph Fire Department)
At least five fire stations from four municipalities re
sponded to a fire in Guelph-Eramosa Township on Tuesday.
In a social media post, the Guelph Fire Department said they were called to single structure fire on Speedvale Avenue, and multiple departments were providing water shuttle support.
No injuries were reported.
The post at 1:55 p.m. said a portion of Speedvale Road near County Road 32 was closed.
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