WINGHAM, ONT. -- A Port Elgin man is in critical condition in a London hospital after an apartment explosion.
Saugeen Shores police say an explosion led to a fire that left a Port Elgin with serious burns. The explosion happened around 7 p.m. Sunday night at 650 Ivings Drive in Port Elgin.
Police say when they arrived one unit of the apartment building was engulfed in flames. Several others were also damaged
The male occupant of the unit escaped under his own power, but sustained severe burns. He was rushed to hospital then transferred to London via air ambulance.
The three apartment buildings have been evacuated as crews try to pinpoint what caused the explosion and fire.
The Ontario Fire Marshal’s Office is involved in the investigation, along with the Saugeen Shores Fire Department and Saugeen Shores Police Service.
A total damage estimate has not been released and the cause of the fire remains under investigation.
Victim Services of Grey-Bruce-Perth along with the Red Cross are assisting displaced residents.
- With files from CTV's Justin Zadorsky
