House fire in Hamilton’s east end causes over $1M in damage

One person is in hospital after a fire broke out at a house in Hamilton’s east end.

Firefighters began responding to the emergency on 129 Rosslyn Ave. N at around 1:41 a.m. Friday.

The fire department says one woman from the home was treated for minor smoke inhalation and was brought to the hospital as a precaution. No one else has reportedly been injured.

Authorities say the fire at the corner of Rosslyn and Roxborough avenues was quickly contained and extensive spread to a neighbouring home was prevented.

Firefighters say the fire is suspected to have originated in the kitchen.

The Hamilton Fire Chief says the damage is estimated to cost about $1 million to $1.5 million.

The Chief says the Office of the Fire Marshall has been notified due to this significant dollar loss.

Firefighters are still on scene to ensure the fire does not reignite.

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