A Toronto Building Explosion Has Shutdown The Area & People Are Injured

One person has been pronounced dead.

A Toronto Building Explosion Has Shutdown The Area & People Are Injured
Mike Clegg | Dreamstime
Contributing Writer

A Toronto building explosion has left one person dead and another injured following a deadly chemical spill.

According to the Toronto Police Service, officers responded to reports of an explosion at a chemical plant located at Wicksteed Avenue and Beth Nealson Drive at 9:50 a.m. on Wednesday.

The plant has reportedly been evacuated. Police said earlier that fire crews were at the scene attempting to put out the flames.

The Toronto Fire Service said one person had died as a result of the explosion, while another individual was injured.

The area is currently closed off to both vehicle and rail traffic.

This article's cover image was used for illustrative purposes only.

From Your Site Articles
toronto policetoronto fire
TorontoCanadaNewsNews
  • Patrick John Gilson

    Contributing Writer

    Patrick John Gilson (he/him) is a Contributing Writer with Narcity Media. He is a pro at ensuring his content is both exciting and tailored to millennials. He specializes in breaking news and investigative stories that require him to be on scene— something he enjoys and thrives in.

Gas exposure at pool linked with mixing chemicals

City spokesperson says Crystal Pool is safe again, but remains closed until Tuesday

Toronto police are investigating a reported shooting at the US consulate

No injuries have been reported.

Hazardous gas at Victoria pool sends 8 to hospital

Hazardous gas sends 8 to hospital after chemicals mix at Victoria pool

Lotto Max winning numbers for Tuesday, June 2 are out and there's a $10 million jackpot

We have a few Maxplus winners!

Things to know about Donald Trump's forced labour claims against Canada

What to know about Trump's forced labour claims

Zellers is opening new stores in Ontario and here's what you can shop for

Zeddy teddy bears are making a comeback!

Northern lights could be seen from almost every place in Canada tonight

The aurora is plunging across the country!

10 big differences between people in Ontario and BC — from someone who has lived in both

From socializing to hobbies... 👇

This beautiful lakeside town with 3 dreamy beaches is one of Ontario's 'best' places to live

Pack your bags!

11 Dollarama grocery products you can get that are cheaper than items at Walmart

A lot of snacks have a better value at Dollarama.

Canada looking to beef up forced labour laws as U.S. imposes new tariffs

U.S. proposes new 10 per cent tariff on Canada

These Canadian schools made the top 50 of a new best universities in the world ranking

More than 30 universities in Canada are on the global list! 📚

The 8 types of Toronto men every single girl dating in the city is guaranteed to meet

... unfortunately, this is a fact. ⚠️