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A huge fire has engulfed and destroyed a retirement home in Mission. Flames broke out at the Chartwell Carrington House on 7 Avenue early Monday evening and quickly spread to other buildings, prompting a massive response from Mission Fire Rescue as well as departments in Abbotsford, Maple Ridge and North Fraser. First responders and retirement home staff have been trying to determine whether all residents are accounted for. Many of the evacuees have been taken to the Mission Leisure Centre - at least one has been checked out by paramedics. There’s no official word yet on any victims. The Salvation Army is one of several agencies lending assistance to those impacted by the fire.

Breaking News…shots have been fired at a home near Bevan and Cannon Avenues in Abbotsford. Police surrounded area streets and an RCMP helicopter was called-in after people reported hearing the gunfire early Monday evening. There are no early reports of damage or injuries.