A man in his 70s is dead after a fire erupted in a North York home on Thursday night.
Toronto Fire crews were called to a home on Pellatt Avenue, south of Highway 401, just after 7 p.m.
“Fire crews rescued one occupant from the building. Unfortunately, this occupant has succumbed to their injuries and passed away,” fire officials said.
Police initially told 680 NewsRadio the man was 79 years old but in an update on Friday morning Toronto Fire said the man was believed to be 74 years old.
A dog was also found deceased inside the home, with paramedics adding that they transported an adult female to a local hospital with minor injuries. They said her injuries were not a direct result of the fire.
Fire officials said the blaze is believed to have originated from the basement area and confirmed the existence of a working smoke alarm in the home. Officials add that the fire is not believed to be suspicious at this time.