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Two Dead in Suspected Arson at Duncan Apartment Complex

A fire at an apartment complex in Duncan, British Columbia, has resulted in the deaths of two individuals and has displaced approximately 50 residents. Local authorities, including the RCMP, have declared the fire suspicious and are currently investigating the cause. Several other individuals were also hospitalized due to injuries sustained in the incident.

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A severe fire at an apartment building in Duncan, British Columbia, has led to the fatalities of two people. Emergency services responded to the scene where the fire broke out, which resulted in significant injuries to several individuals and the displacement of approximately 50 residents from the complex.

Local authorities, including the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), are treating the fire as suspicious, although details regarding the cause of the blaze remain unclear. Investigators are actively working to determine the circumstances surrounding the event and whether foul play may have been involved. The fire has had a substantial impact on the local community, as it has necessitated the evacuation of numerous residents and the mobilization of emergency resources to care for the affected individuals.

As emergency teams continue to assess the situation, updates are expected regarding the investigation and support services for those displaced by the fire.

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