23 Apr 2024 | 03:24 AM UTC
Canada: Emergency crew responding to large fire near Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT) campus in Edmonton, Alberta, evening April 22
Authorities dealing with large fire near Northern Alberta Institute of Technology campus in Edmonton, Alberta, US, April 22. Avoid area.
Emergency crews are responding to a large fire at the former Edmonton municipal airport Hangar 11, located near the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT) campus in Edmonton, Alberta Province, as of the evening of April 22. The blaze began just before 19:00. Authorities have reportedly asked students to evacuate the campus. There are no immediate reports of casualties. The cause of the fire is unclear. Traffic and train disruptions are ongoing in the affected area.
A heightened security presence and associated transport and business disruptions will likely continue over the coming hours. Further evacuations of nearby buildings are possible.
Avoid the affected area until the situation stabilizes and authorities give the all-clear. Allow additional time to reach nearby destinations. 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.
