McCowan Road in Whitchurch-Stouffville has reopened to traffic following a fire investigation at a rural property. The road, which had been closed between Bloomington Road and Vandorf Sideroad since April 15, 2026, was cleared for travel on the morning of April 16, 2026.
The York Regional Police shut down the stretch of road to allow emergency crews to safely manage the scene and complete clean-up operations. Officials have confirmed that the fire was not suspicious in nature, and no injuries were reported during the incident.
The fire occurred in the hamlet of Vandorf, an area known for its farmland and estate residential homes. Local emergency response was managed by Whitchurch-Stouffville Fire & Emergency Services, which supports the community with both full-time staff and volunteer firefighters. Because many rural properties in the area are located beyond municipal hydrant coverage, the department maintains specialized water tanker capabilities to respond to incidents in these settings.
While the road is now open, residents are reminded that safety remains a priority for the Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville as local services continue to serve the population.
