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CTV News
2 days ago
- Climate
- CTV News
Paddleboarders rescued from Deschênes Rapids Sunday evening
An Ottawa Fire Services water rescue boat is seen in this undated image. (Dave Charbonneau/CTV News Ottawa) Two paddleboarders were rescued from the Deschênes Rapids Sunday evening, marking the third water rescue in as many days on the Ottawa River. According to Ottawa Fire Services, someone called 9-1-1 to report the paddleboarders were headed toward the rapids at around 7:55 p.m. A water rescue team found the pair in the rapids. Both were wearing life jackets. A boat was launched and the paddleboarders were rescued at around 8:15 p.m. Neither was reported hurt. On Saturday afternoon, two paddleboarders who were rescued from the rapids were taken to hospital in stable condition, according to the Ottawa Paramedic Service. On Friday, another paddleboarder was rescued, but was not injured. Water rescues have been common around the rapids this summer. Officials stress the importance of wearing a lifejacket when out on the water.
CTV News
06-07-2025
- General
- CTV News
Ottawa firefighters battle 3-alarm fire in the Glebe
An Ottawa Fire Services investigation vehicle at the scene of a fire. (CTV News Ottawa) Ottawa firefighters were called to a three-alarm fire that damaged several homes in the Glebe neighbourhood Saturday evening. In a news release, the Ottawa Fire Services say multiple 911 callers reported a 'big fire' impacting a single-family home in the 100 block of Fourth Avenue near Bank Street at approximately 10:37 p.m. On scene, crews found flames coming from the roof and the back of the home with 'multiple' other houses on fire. Firefighters dispatched additional resources to the scene. A second and third alarm was quickly called in. Ottawa fire says crews had to deal with several hazards, including live hydro lines. The Ottawa Paramedic Service says it had multiple first responders sent to the area. A woman in her 60s was transported to hospital by ambulance in stable condition, paramedics say. The fire was declared under control at about 11:10 p.m. Ottawa Victim Services was called in to provide assistance for displaced residents. The cause of the fire remains unclear. An investigation is underway.
CTV News
05-07-2025
- General
- CTV News
Ottawa firefighters battle overnight garage fire in Richmond
The aftermath of a garage fire in the community of Richmond in Ottawa on July 5, 2025. (Andrew Adlington/CTV News Ottawa) Ottawa firefighters were called to a garage engulfed in flames in the community of Richmond overnight. In a news release, the Ottawa Fire Services say they received multiple 911 callers reporting a house on fire in the 500 block of Filly Terrace near Meynell Road at approximately 3:46 a.m. Saturday. On arrival, crews found the garage of the single-family home was 'fully involved' and dispatched additional resources to the scene. Firefighters began a 'fast attack' on the flames and advanced a hose line inside the home. Ottawa fire says crews were able to extinguish and contain the flames to their area of origin before they could spread to other parts of the home or other structures nearby. The fire was declared under control at 4:17 a.m. The Ottawa Paramedic Service responded to the scene but did not report any injuries. Ottawa Victim Services, which provides support for displaced residents, was sent to the scene. The cause of the fire is unclear.
Ottawa Citizen
27-06-2025
- Ottawa Citizen
Pedestrian struck by vehicle on sidewalk in ByWard Market
This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Ottawa Paramedic Service file photo. Photo by JULIE OLIVER / Postmedia A pedestrian was left in critical condition after a vehicle mounted the sidewalk and hit them Thursday evening. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Exclusive articles from Elizabeth Payne, David Pugliese, Andrew Duffy, Bruce Deachman and others. Plus, food reviews and event listings in the weekly newsletter, Ottawa, Out of Office. Unlimited online access to Ottawa Citizen and 15 news sites with one account. Ottawa Citizen ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on. Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword. Support local journalism. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Exclusive articles from Elizabeth Payne, David Pugliese, Andrew Duffy, Bruce Deachman and others. Plus, food reviews and event listings in the weekly newsletter, Ottawa, Out of Office. Unlimited online access to Ottawa Citizen and 15 news sites with one account. Ottawa Citizen ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on. Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword. Support local journalism. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Paramedics received a call at about 7:15 p.m. about a woman hit by a vehicle on George Street near Sussex. The woman was taken to hospital in critical condition. Police said the injuries were serious, but not life-threatening. No one else was assessed at the scene. Police said that no charges were immediately laid. 'At this time, there is no indication of criminality, and the collision remains under investigation,' a spokesperson said in a statement. Police blocked off the road until a little after 10 p.m., police said on the social media site X. This advertisement has not loaded yet.
CTV News
26-06-2025
- CTV News
Toddler struck by a vehicle on Walkley Road in Ottawa
A young boy is being treated for non-life-threatening injuries after being struck by a vehicle in Ottawa. Emergency crews responded to a collision involving a pedestrian on Walkley Road near Baycrest Drive at 12:20 p.m. Thursday. An Ottawa Paramedic Service spokesperson tells CTV News Ottawa a toddler was transported to hospital for treatment. The Ottawa Police Service continues to investigate.
