A man is in critical but stable condition after a fire in Welland.
Around 6:50 this morning, emergency crews responded to a blaze at a multi-unit residence near Denistoun and Lincoln Street.
Investigators determined that the fire was in one of the units.
A 55 year old man was rescued by the Welland Fire Department and taken to an out of region hospital.
Due to heavy smoke, several residents were displaced.
A bus was provided by Welland Transit to serve as temporary shelter from the weather.
The cause of the flames is being investigated by the Ontario Fire Marshall's office and NRP detectives.
Anyone with information is asked to call 905-688-4111, ext. 1003300.
Niagara Falls Exploring Pothole Repair Idea
Advocates Want Formerly Homeless for Committee
Niagara Falls Preps for Ribfest
Hospital Deficits Getting Worse: Report
Man Dies in Lincoln House Fire
Potential Niagara Parks Strike
Man Charged with Possessing Child Porn
Be Wary of Spring Time Scams: NRP