This article written in french by Benoit Leblanc was automatically translated using AI
A malfunction in power storage batteries connected to solar panels is believed to have caused a violent blaze that heavily damaged a home on Ivan-Pavlov Boulevard in the Vimont district.
The incident occurred late Wednesday morning, October 29, when 911 received the call at 11 a.m. A thick cloud of black smoke was clearly visible in the sky above this residential area, located between Montée Monette and René-Laennec Boulevard.
The Laval Fire Department (SSIL) dispatched a large contingent of nine units—34 firefighters and their officers—the first arriving on the scene at 11:03 a.m. to begin the operation.
Impressive smoke
In addition to the large plume of smoke visible from a distance, flames could quickly be seen engulfing the home’s garage and spreading to the second floor and roof.
Fortunately, the evacuation had already been completed. A working smoke detector was present, and firefighters were able to carry out a fast and aggressive attack to stop the blaze from spreading further—a task complicated by the presence of numerous solar panels.
By 12:48 p.m., firefighters had fully brought the situation under control. Preliminary damage estimates from the SSIL put losses at roughly $700,000 for the structure and $50,000 for its contents.
Four people will need to find temporary housing following the fire, which, thankfully, caused no injuries.
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