Two people die in trailer park fire

By News Staff

Posted May 13, 2012 3:26 pm.

This article is more than 5 years old.

A 49-year old man and 42-year-old woman were killed when their mobile home went up in flames, at the Bowden Estates Trailer Park Sunday.

The cause of the fire is not yet known, but investigators have determined it was accidental.

RCMP are reminding homeowners to check their smoke alarms often to ensure they’re in working order and functioning properly. 

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