Several people displaced by fires at two Ottawa homes

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Meanwhile, fire services were alerted shortly before 9 p.m. of flames and smoke coming from a bedroom of a bungalow in the 0-10 block of Viewmount Drive.

Firefighters arriving on the scene confirmed heavy flames coming from the bedroom. The owner was outside of the home and confirmed that there were no occupants inside.

Firefighters advanced a hose line and the blaze was declared under control at 9:08 p.m.

High-pressure fans were used to ventilate the structure.

There were no reported injuries. Victim assistance workers were dispatched to help eight students who were displaced due to the fire.

An investigator was dispatched to determine the cause and origin of the fire.

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