Tragic early Saturday morning fire in Sandy Lake First Nation claims two lives

A heroic grandmother and her grandson are the victims of an early Saturday morning fire in Sandy Lake First Nation.

The grandmother was able to get her elderly mother to safety before re-entering the burning house in search of her grandson. Neither were able to escape the blaze.

The community along with family and friends from other remote communities are coming together to support those affected by this tradegy.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to everyone involved!