‘Do Not Consume’ water: Meaford declares emergency following automotive shop fire
The Municipality of Meaford has declared an emergency days after a fire tore through an automotive shop, causing water safety concerns for the community.
The municipality declared a formal emergency late Sunday afternoon due to “ongoing environmental concerns” following the blaze on Sykes Street North Thursday evening that destroyed a used car dealership and auto repair shop on Highway 26.
“We have concerns about soil contamination and residue from the site flowing into the nearby waterway if the weather changes,” the municipality noted.
According to the municipality’s website, declaring an emergency gives it more power and authority to respond to…
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