Lakeshore Road in downtown Burlington closed due to a high rise tower fire

By Gazette Staff

May 17th, 2026

BURLINGTON, ON

Lakeshore Road has been closed due to a fire in a high-rise tower.

Awaiting further details.

Update:  The tower is on Lakeshore just west of the Esso Station

Upper unit in what appears to be the west side of Brant Street.

Damage to the unit is extensive

Tower in which the fire took place is to the immediate West of the Esso station on Lakeshore Road.