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Halifax Regional Fire Service cautions Public to steer clear of Major Fire in Burnside

(Monday, June 11,2001 ) 4:30 pm -Halifax Regional Fire Services wishes to advise the public to use extreme caution when travelling around or near the Burnside Industrial Park area in Dartmouth this afternoon. A major fire is underway at the Scotia Recycling Plant on Thornhill Drive.

Heavy smoke in the area could be a hazard to motorists or pedestrians. The public is urged to stay away from the immediate area around Thornhill Drive and choose another route on the drive or commute home.

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Contact:

John Blandin
Halifax Regional Fire Services
(902)430-3884

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