Man rescued from Major’s Hill Park washroom after fire [Video]

Firefighters rescued a man trapped inside a washroom at Major’s Hill Park in downtown Ottawa early Tuesday morning.

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Ottawa Fire Services say they responded to 1223 Alexandra Bridge at approximately 3 a.m. after a 911 caller reported smoke and flames coming from a low-rise structure next to Tavern on the Hill.

Firefighters could see smoke coming from the roof and confirmed there was a person inside. Crews found the door was locked and had to force entry. They were able to pull the person out shortly after.

An Ottawa paramedics spokesperson says an adult male was treated for smoke inhalation and taken to hospital in serious condition.

Additional fire crews were called to the scene to battle the fire. Firefighters began a “fast attack” of the structure by advancing a hose line inside. Another search …