BEARDMORE – A fire destroyed two homes and a garage in Beardmore on Tuesday evening.
Neighbours have reported on social media that the fire occurred at roughly 8 p.m. and that local firefighters along with volunteers were quick to step in to stop the blaze from spreading any further.
Both homes were mostly destroyed, along with many of the trees that surrounded the properties.
Neighbours said that local crews were soon joined by backup crews from Geraldton, who aided in fighting the fire well into the night.
An OPP spokesperson confirmed an investigation is ongoing, and the cause has yet to be determined.
Greenstone Fire Service’s interim chief has declined to comment.