Just before 9:30 AM this morning fire crews responded to Avenue Road for report of an attached garage fire . Upon arrival crews were able to extinguish this large fire quickly with an initial offensive attack and then changing to a defensive attack due to roof structure collapse on the , extensive damage to the garage and the home. Two people were transported to Victoria Hospital with unknown injuries. #ldnont ^cs

Fire Crews attended a structure fire on Lyman Street just before 7 AM this morning. Fire crews made an aggressive offensive attack and were able to help self rescue one individual and one dog. We sadly report that one person is deceased and our condolences are with their friends and family. The fire is under investigation by LFD Fire investigators with the assistance of @ONFireMarshal and @lpsmediaoffice #ldnont ^cs

London Fire department crews responded to a two vehicle MVC involving a straight truck and a transport truck on Highway 401 eastbound. Both occupants of the straight truck sustained serious injuries and required extrication . LFD crews performed the extrication efficiently and quickly, removing both occupants and transferring care to our EMS partners. The driver, the second truck sustained minor injuries and was assessed by EMS at the scene. 401 eastbound is completely closed at Union Road. Motors are advised to avoid the area and use alternate routes. Thank you to all emergency service partners for the coordinated response. Jb

Multiple fire crews attended a house on Tweedsmuir Avenue this afternoon for the reports of a structure fire, fire crews attended and were met with heavy black smoke, zero visibility in basement fire crews were able to find the fire and put it out quickly, extensive damage over $200,000. Fire prevention inspector are on scene. No injuries. #ldnont ^cs

Fire crews clearing from the scene of a structure fire in the 80 block of Oak St. Smoke was showing on arrival. All occupants and family pet were accounted for. The fire was located in the basement. No injuries reported. Fire Investigators have been requested. #ldnont

Crews responded to 900 block of Lorne Avenue after multiple 911 callers reported black smoke in the area. On arrival engine company confirmed a working fire in a home , Crews quickly deployed a hose line, conducted a primary and secondary search and our checking for extension. The fire is under control, crews still working to fully the fire. Lorne Ave is a narrow street. Please avoid the area to allow our crews to work safely. >jb