A fire broke out on the 24th floor of a downtown Montreal high-rise on Monday afternoon, prompting a swift response from the Montreal Fire Department. The blaze was reported at approximately 3:30 p.m. EDT on May 11, 2026, in a residential tower located in the heart of the city. Firefighters arrived within minutes and began evacuating residents from the upper floors while attacking the flames. The fire was contained to the 24th floor and extinguished within an hour. No injuries were reported among residents or first responders. The cause of the fire is under investigation, but early indications suggest it may have started in a kitchen area. The building's fire safety systems, including sprinklers and alarms, functioned properly, helping to limit damage. Residents were allowed to return to their apartments after the fire was declared under control. The Montreal Fire Department is urging all residents to ensure their smoke alarms are working and to have an evacuation plan in place.
