17 Nov 2024 | 03:04 PM UTC
Canada: Authorities responding to hotel fire in Toronto Nov. 17
Authorities responding to reports of hotel fire on Kennedy Street in Toronto, Canada, Nov. 17; disruptions likely.
Authorities are responding to reports of a fire at the Delta Toronto East Hotel on Kennedy Street, near Highway 401 in Toronto, Nov. 17. The hotel has been evacuated. Police and fire personnel have deployed to the scene, and no injuries were immediately reported in connection with the incident.
Heightened security and localized disruptions to transport and business are likely in the affected area until the emergency response concludes and authorities vacate the scene.
Avoid the incident site until the emergency response concludes. Allow additional travel time in the area and consider taking alternative routes to circumvent the scene and related disruptions. Follow all instructions from security personnel. 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.
