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A suspicious fire broke out in a multi-unit building on Portelance Avenue in Hawkesbury on Saturday night, forcing the evacuation of about thirty units. It is under the management of the United Counties of Prescott-Russell. The OPP is investigating arson. No injuries were reported. The fire was brought under control at around 2:20 a.m. with the help of neighbouring fire departments. About half of the building suffered significant damage, mainly caused by water. The residents are being cared for by the Red Cross, and the authorities praise the work of the emergency teams.