NEWS RELEASE
ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICE
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On Feb. 4, 2018 at approximately 10 p.m., Kapuskasing officers of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and the Kapuskasing Fire Department responded to an explosion in the Town of Kapuskasing, Ont.
Police investigation has determined that the explosion took place at an address on Golf Street within the Town of Kapuskasing.
Most evacuees have returned to their residences and the area is now safe.
Detachment Commander Inspector Mike Pilon advises that public safety is a priority and the OPP is still present in the area. He also states that any suspected gas leaks should be reported to the local utilities or the fire department immediately.
The investigation is ongoing.
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