20 Apr 2024 | 02:21 AM UTC
Canada: Crews responding to structure fire near Goose Bay Airport in N.L. as of late April 19
Crews responding to structure fire near Goose Bay Airport in N.L., Canada, as of late April 19. Localized disruptions likely. Avoid area.
Emergency crews are responding to a structure fire at the old airport tower of Goose Bay Airport (YYR) in Happy Valley-Goose Bay, Newfoundland and Labrador, as of late April 19. Authorities have declared a state of emergency after several explosions occurred due to the presence of explosive materials near the blaze. Police have advised residents to maintain a 1 km (0.6 mile) radius from the impacted area as firefighting operations continue. Crews have closed several nearby roads, namely Halifax, Toronto, Winnipeg, and London streets, and Ottawa Avenue. The cause of the fire is not immediately clear. There have been no reports of casualties.
Heightened security and localized business and transport disruptions are likely in the coming hours. There have been no reports of commercial flight disruptions at YYR, though they remain possible.
Avoid the area until the situation stabilizes and authorities give the all-clear. Allow additional time to reach destinations, including YYR, near the impacted site. Reconfirm flights at YYR. Consider remaining indoors to avoid smoke exposure, 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 advisories, including any evacuation orders.
