Halton Hills firefighters remain on the scene of a fire that destroyed a home in downtown Acton today.
The local department responded to the blaze early this morning (Oct. 7) on Mill Street East, with heavy smoke showing upon arrival.
Initial reports indicate the fire may have started in the basement.
Nobody was in the home at the time, and it’s believed the residence is unoccupied at the moment.
As of early this afternoon, smoke was still coming out of the home as fire and demolition crews worked on the structure.
Crews are on scene of an active structure fire on Mill St E in Acton. Smoke is sitting low in the atmosphere throughout the majority of the town. Please stay clear of the area to allow crews to operate. pic.twitter.com/oP8JNXxs8Z
— Halton Hills FD (@HaltonHillsFD) October 7, 2023