A three-alarm fire continues to rage in the town of Ancaster, 50 miles south of Toronto, Canada, this morning, after several propane tanks exploded at a furniture manufacturing plant.
So far there are no reports of injuries, however local roadways and highways have been closed and residents have been told to remain inside with their doors and windows closed because the smoke is affecting visibility, and could contain toxic chemicals. Wood, chemicals, aerosols and gases were all stored at the plant and have contributed to the size of the fire and the potential for respiratory problems from smoke inhalation.
John Verbeek, a spokesperson for the local fire department, said that three large propane tanks located at main building, which was 35,000 square feet, exploded at 6:15 am, "creating 20 foot flames," according to a report in the United Press.
No evacuations are being planned at the moment.