Exploding propane tanks reported as fire tears through Etobicoke business

The three-alarm fire was first reported at around 3:40 p.m. at a business near Racine Road and Brydon Drive, which is in the vicinity of Kipling Avenue and Rexdale Boulevard.

Toronto Fire says that there are approximately 40 propane tanks at the scene and that all units are being advised to battle the blaze from a defensive position as a precaution. “This is a very active scene. The fire and explosion scene seems to be changing by the minute. An evacuation is underway by emergency services and we are encouraging everyone to stay out of the area as we try to help evacuate local businesses,” Toronto Police Const. Alex Li told CP24. "The good news is at this moment is we do not have any reported injuries and we would like to keep it that way. So avoid the area.

Someone is getting fired today No pun

Wasn’t there one a decade ago in Etobicoke area as well

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Going to be a hot one today for the brothers and sisters. staysafe

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Hopefully everyone’s okay.

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