Firefighters in Calgary’s Tuxedo Park battled a fire at a vacant heritage school built in 1920. The blaze, which broke out at the historic building, required emergency response teams to contain the flames. The structure, once a school, has been unoccupied for some time.
Authorities confirmed the building was abandoned and had not been used for years. Fire crews worked through the afternoon to extinguish the fire and assess the damage. No injuries were reported.
The fire is believed to have started due to electrical issues, though officials are still investigating the exact cause. The heritage status of the building has raised concerns about the preservation of local history.
Local residents expressed surprise at the fire, noting the building’s historical significance. The incident highlights the challenges of maintaining older structures in urban areas.
