An early morning fire has destroyed a North End home. 

The blaze broke out at around 4:30 a.m. Monday, in a two storey home in the 300 block of Manitoba Avenue.

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Upon arrival, fire crews found the building engulfed in smoke and flames. Neighbouring homes were evacuated as a precaution. Only one neighbouring home suffered any damage.

Manitoba Avenue will remain shut down between Aikins Street and Charles Street throughout Tuesday.

There is no word on injuries at this time.

The cause of the fire remains under investigation.