Crews investigate early morning fire in East Preston

By CityNews Halifax Staff

Posted Aug 22, 2023 06:15:26 AM.

Last Updated Aug 23, 2023 12:39:24 AM.

Fire investigators are on scene at the site of an early fire in the East Preston area.

Halifax Regional Fire and Emergency say several units responded to a structure fire as well as several vehicles outside the building.

No injuries were reported but Highway 7 was forced one way traffic in both directions for much of the morning commute.

Fire crews were on scene for several hours attending the blaze.

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