A resident of Surrey is fighting for their life in hospital following a devastating house fire that broke out in the Cloverdale area on Friday afternoon.
Emergency Response on Jersey Drive
The incident occurred in the 16900-block of Jersey Drive. Surrey RCMP and fire crews were dispatched to the scene shortly after 4:30 p.m. on January 10, 2024.
Firefighters worked to contain the blaze as emergency personnel assessed the situation. The intensity of the fire and the severity of the injuries prompted a critical decision for the patient's transport.
Air Ambulance Rushed to Scene
The single occupant of the home was airlifted to hospital by helicopter with injuries described by authorities as life-threatening. The use of an air ambulance underscores the critical nature of the situation.
Investigators have stated that early findings suggest the fire was not related to arson or extortion. This preliminary assessment helps narrow the focus of the inquiry into the fire's cause.
Ongoing Investigation Seeks Answers
The case has been transferred to the RCMP's Provincial Operations Support Unit, which has taken over the investigation. This unit often handles complex or major incidents.
Authorities are urging anyone with information about the fire to come forward. Tips can be provided to the Surrey RCMP non-emergency line at 604-599-0502 or anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
The community is left awaiting updates on the victim's condition and the official cause of the fire that has left one resident in critical peril.
