13 Sep 2024 | 01:45 AM UTC
Canada: Hazmat incident causing road closure in New Westminster, B.C., evening of Sept. 12
Road closure ongoing in New Westminster, B.C., Canada, evening Sept. 12 following hazmat leak. Disruptions likely.
Authorities are responding to an unspecificed hazmat incident in the area around McBride Street in New Westminster, British Columbia, in the Vancouver area, as of the evening of Sept. 12. Police have closed McBridge between 8th Avenue and Pattullo Bridge and are advising residents nearby to remain indoors with windows closed.
A heightened presence of emergency crews is likely near the incident site, as are localized transit and business disruptions.
Avoid the incident site until authorities give the all-clear and vacate the scene. Consider taking alternative routes to circumvent the affected area and any disruptions. If operating near the impacted site, consider remaining indoors, closing all windows, and turning air conditioning devices off. Adhere to all instructions issued by local officials, including any evacuation or shelter-in-place orders.
