Canada: Emergency crews are responding to a fire and explosion in downtown Prince George, British Columbia, early Aug. 22

Event

Emergency crews are responding to a fire and explosion affecting a business in downtown Prince George, British Columbia, early Aug. 22. Reports indicate the incident occurred along the intersection of Dominion Street and Fourth Avenue, and several structures in the area may be affected. Authorities have temporarily closed Dominion Street and other nearby roads between Third and Fifth Avenue.

Significant transport and business disruptions in downtown Prince George are likely for the coming hours, as emergency crews respond to the incident. Evacuations in structures surrounding the fire are likely.

Advice

Avoid the area and strictly heed to the requests from authorities.