Emily Carr University campus remains closed due to Saturday morning fire
Credit to Author: Stephanie Ip| Date: Sun, 06 Oct 2019 19:07:58 +0000
The Emily Carr University of Art and Design campus remains closed on Sunday due to a fire that broke out on Saturday morning.
According to a statement issued by the school, the “small fire” was discovered early Saturday morning but was fully extinguished and there were no injuries.
“While there is limited damage from the fire and the sprinkler system, we are grateful that it is not more extensive,” the statement read.
“The areas most impacted are the Research and Industry Office and Painting and Drawing studios on Level 4. There is also some water damage in other areas of the building.”
The school remains closed on Sunday while restoration crews continue the mop-up and repair, and as Vancouver police continue their investigation into the cause of the fire.
“We would like to thank members of the Emily Carr community for their patience and understanding,” the statement read.
School officials expect to issue an update no later than 6 a.m. on Monday about whether the school will re-open on Monday.