Emergency crews tackled a rooftop fire and explosions at a construction site in downtown Toronto on Friday evening, leading to multiple street closures and public safety alerts.
Incident Overview
The Toronto Police Service reported the event occurring around 6:02 p.m. near Richmond Street West and John Street. Flames erupted on the roof of a building under construction, with exploding items and falling debris scattering onto the streets below. Officers arrived alongside Toronto Fire Services to manage the situation.
Fire Details and Response
Firefighters confirmed a two-alarm blaze on the commercial building’s roof. The fire ruptured propane cylinders, producing intense flames and dense smoke. Authorities initially noted unknown injury status and advised the public to exercise caution in the vicinity.
Social media captured videos of resounding explosions and massive smoke plumes rising from the site.
Impact and Updates
Richmond Street West shut down between Peter Street and Duncan Street, with pedestrian access also limited. Later updates confirmed firefighters extinguished the blaze with no injuries reported, though some road closures persist.
An investigation into the cause continues.
