A blaze erupted in an industrial and commercial building on Avenue du Pacifique in Lachine on Sunday night, prompting a response from roughly 70 firefighters. The fire continued into the early hours of Monday, June 15, 2026, and was brought under control after about four hours of intensive effort.
The incident began late on June 14, when alarms were raised at the site on Avenue du Pacifique. Fire crews arrived quickly and deployed a large number of units to tackle the flames that had engulfed the structure. The operation lasted into the early morning, with firefighters working through the night to extinguish the fire and prevent further spread to adjacent properties.
Lachine, a borough of Montreal in the province of Quebec, saw a significant mobilization of emergency resources as the fire unfolded. The building, described as both industrial and commercial, suffered extensive damage before the fire was fully suppressed. The coordinated effort involved multiple fire stations and equipment, reflecting the scale of the incident.
By the morning of June 15, the fire was declared under control, and crews began assessing the scene for safety and potential hazards. No injuries were reported among the firefighters or the public. Authorities will continue to investigate the cause of the blaze and evaluate the structural impact on the property.
The extensive response highlights the capacity of Lachine’s fire services to manage large‑scale emergencies, ensuring public safety throughout the borough and the greater Montreal area.