28 Oct 2023 | 01:04 AM UTC
Canada: Emergency crews responding to building fire in downtown Montreal evening of Oct. 27
Authorities responding to building fire near intersection of Notre-Dame and Gauvin streets, Montreal, Canada, Oct. 27. Disruptions likely.
Emergency crews are responding to a large building fire near the intersection of Notre-Dame and Gauvin streets, Montreal, as of the evening of Oct. 27. Authorities said that a power outage is possible due to the fire and have asked the public to avoid the area. The cause of the incident is unclear. There are no immediate reports of casualties or the fire spreading to other compounds.
Heightened security, as well as localized business and transport disruptions, are likely near the affected area. Officials may also mandate additional building evacuations and business closures in the vicinity as a precaution until clearance operations and investigations end.
Avoid the area until authorities give the all-clear. Seek alternative routes and allow additional travel time to nearby destinations. Consider remaining indoors if smoke is heavy, especially if you suffer from a respiratory illness such as asthma, or conditions that lead to increased risk from smoke exposure. Eye irritation is possible; flush irritated eyes with copious amounts of clean water. Heed all official instructions, including evacuation orders.
