Central York Fire Services Incident Report - Nisbet Drive

Incident Type: Structure Fire
Date: March 1, 2026
Time of Call: 8 p.m. Ward: 3
Address / location of incident: Nisbet Drive, Aurora

Description: Central York Fire Services (CYFS) responded to a report of a house fire of a single-family detached home. The first arriving CYFS unit reported light smoke coming from the first floor of the house.

Fire crews located a fire in a family room in the basement which was quickly extinguished. All residents self-evacuated prior to the arrival of CYFS.

Cause of incident: Electrical issue.

Casualties / Injuries: None.

Community Impact: Nisbet Drive was closed between the two intersections of Sandusky Court but has now reopened.

Current Status: CYFS has fully extinguished the fire.

Resources Used: CYFS responded with 4 trucks and one Chief Officer. Other responding agencies included York Regional Police (YRP), York Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and utility companies.

Fire Safety Tips:

Did you know? Electrical equipment is a leading cause of home fires in Ontario. Keep these tips in mind to prevent the possibility of a fire occurring.

• Avoid running cords under rugs to prevent damage, and regularly check cords for damage, such as fraying.
• If you notice a frayed or damaged cord, immediately turn off the appliances and replace the cord with a new one. A damaged cord can expose wires and result in a potential shock or fire hazard.
• Ensure you plug heavy appliances directly into an outlet.
• Do not overheat the outlet, large appliances should have their own outlet.