Toronto Community Housing (TCHC) statement on major flood and tenant displacement at 444 Lumsden Avenue
On Sunday, June 7 at approximately 4 a.m., Toronto Fire Services (TFS) and other emergency services responded to a serious flood at 444 Lumsden Avenue.
What we know so far (as of 9 p.m. on Sunday, June 7)
The source of the flood is a burst hot water pipe on the 17th floor of the East tower. The flood impacted 43 units. There are no reports of injury.
In the East tower of the building, tenants living in 28 units will be relocated to alternative accommodations overnight. Tenants in units with more severe damage may need to stay in alternative accommodations for a longer period of time.
TCHC staff remain on-site and are working with TFS and the City’s Emergency Operations Centre.
For impacted tenants
TCHC staff are on-site to help with arrangements for anything tenants might need. TCHC staff also conducted door-to-door wellness checks with tenants and provided an update on the situation, including support with next steps.
Cleanup of the building remains ongoing. Vendors are on-site addressing power, water, and elevator operations. The Community Safety Unit (CSU) will also provide 24-hour security coverage.
Tenants are asked to make sure they provide TCHC staff with up-to-date contact information so they can learn about the latest updates.
TCHC will continue to provide information and updates to tenants as it becomes available.
