Windsor Fire and Rescue crews at the scene of a fire on Ottawa Street, July 17, 2025. (Photo by Maureen Revait) Windsor Fire and Rescue crews at the scene of a fire on Ottawa Street, July 17, 2025. (Photo by Maureen Revait)
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Ottawa Street fire causes $75K in damages

Windsor Fire and Rescue Services are still investigating the cause of a fire on Ottawa Street on Thursday morning.

The fire displaced eight people from five residential units. No injuries were reported.

The fire caused around $75,000 in damages.

Arson has not been ruled out as the cause of the fire.

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