Explosion and Fire at Toronto Construction Site Extinguished

Explosion and Fire at Toronto Construction Site Extinguished

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An explosion followed by a fire erupted on the roof of a building under construction at 296 Richmond Street West in downtown Toronto, prompting street closures and an investigation. The fire involved propane tanks located on the rooftop.

Toronto Fire Services responded promptly to the emergency, extinguishing the blaze without any reported injuries. The fire was contained on the roof of the six-storey commercial building, and the situation was brought under control with no casualties.

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Toronto Fire Services

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296 Richmond Street West

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March 27, 2026
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Fire Extinguished at Downtown Toronto Building; No Injuries Reported
Fire Extinguished at Downtown Toronto Building; No Injuries Reported

CP24 • 27 Mar 22:39

A fire broke out on the roof of a six-storey commercial building at 296 Richmond Street West in Toronto on Friday evening. Firefighters extinguished the blaze, and no injuries were reported.

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Firefighters Extinguish Rooftop Blaze at Downtown Toronto Building
Firefighters Extinguish Rooftop Blaze at Downtown Toronto Building

CP24 • 27 Mar 22:39

Toronto Fire Services responded to a rooftop fire involving propane tanks at 296 Richmond Street West; no injuries were reported.

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Explosion and Fire Erupt on Downtown Toronto Construction Site
Explosion and Fire Erupt on Downtown Toronto Construction Site

CityNews Toronto • 27 Mar 22:37

An explosion and subsequent fire occurred on the roof of a building under construction at 296 Richmond Street West in downtown Toronto, leading to street closures and an ongoing investigation.

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