‘Smoke Alarms Save Lives’: London residents alerted to kitchen fire

London Fire responded to a fire at 74 Emery Street West in London, Ont. on Nov. 15, 2025. (Source: London Fire Dept./X)

Firefighters say occupants of a London apartment complex are likely alive thanks to working smoke alarms.

Just after 2 a.m., multiple units were dispatched to 74 Emery St. West in London, Ont. after a 911 caller reported smoke in the basement.

Upon arrival, London Fire said there was heavy smoke in the hallway and in the affected unit.

They determined it was due to a stovetop hazard.

In a post on social media, London Fire stated working smoke alarms potentially saved the life of the occupants.

“This incident serves as a strong reminder that smoke alarms save lives. Please ensure you have a working smoke alarm in your home,” they wrote on X.