03/08/2025
Our prayers go to those directly affected by the fire.
📣 Daily update on fire recovery in downtown - March 8, 2025:
Here’s what you should know:
🔹The Ontario Fire Marshal is on-site and is expected to continue the investigation into next week. Temporary fencing is in place around the evacuation and investigation zone – for your safety, please respect the fence and do not enter the area.
🔹King Street West remains closed to vehicular traffic between Temperance Street and Scugog Street. Businesses located west of Temperance Street remain open and accessible despite the road closure. There is pedestrian access along the north sidewalk of King Street West.
🔹Despite the closure of several businesses, the remainder of Historic Downtown Bowmanville is open for business. We encourage the community to shop local, grab takeout, or stop by their favourite café or restaurant. Parking in downtown Bowmanville (both on-street and in municipal parking lots) is free until March 16.
🔹Thirty-five individuals impacted by the fire are receiving support from The Regional Municipality of Durham Social Services, including temporary accommodations, mental health counselling, income and employment support, and navigating the next steps toward longer-term housing options.
🔹Clarington has received no updates regarding the unaccounted-for person. Police continue to remain on-site throughout the investigation.
đź’“ We continue to be amazed by the incredible strength, resilience and support shown by the Clarington community. Visit our website to learn more about how to support victims of the fire.
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