The Merritt Fire Rescue Department responded late last night to a fire which destroyed a mobile home at Clapperton Avenue’s Diamondvale Mobile Home Park. Although its cause has not been determined, investigators are on site today.

Fire Rescue, along with the Merritt RCMP and BC Ambulance Service, initially responded to the call at approximately 10 pm on Wednesday, April 13. According to Merritt Fire Chief Dave Tomkinson, 17 firefighters were on scene before returning to the station at 5 am.

“Initially, firefighting was hampered by a power pole on fire with lines arcing. Once BC Hydro had the line de-energized, firefighters were able to quickly control the fire,” said Tomkinson.

These arcing power lines caused power disruptions for many residents of the park, with the fire compromising part of the park’s power distribution system.

No injuries were reported on scene. The occupants of the mobile home have been displaced, but were referred to Emergency Support Services for assistance.

While no official cause has been identified, investigators remained on scene today. Sgt. Josh Roda of the Merritt RCMP told the Herald that they would like to encourage anyone with information or anyone that may have witnessed anything related to the fire to call the Merritt RCMP at 250-378-4262.