Toronto explosion LIVE: Canada's sky turns orange after blast near disused military base at Downsview Airport
NewsWorld newsCanadaLIVEUpdated 1 min agoToronto explosion LIVE: Canada's sky turns orange after blast near disused military base at Downsview AirportA reported explosion has rocked a major city with locals saying they heard a loud bang and saw the sky turn orange near military base AirportVideo footage circulating online captures the explosionNewsOlivia BeesonResidents in Toronto, Canada have been left shaken after a blast sent shockwaves through the city.Video footage circulating online captures the scene following the incident, which appears to have occurred close to Downsview Airport, a decommissioned military airfield.Posting another image online, one user wrote: "Barely caught this explosion in Toronto, made a whole Twitter account to ask what's going on."A second commented: "Explosion aftermath in Toronto around downsview airport." New UpdatesToday04:55 BSTExplosion part of filmAs per a letter shared online by a resident the explosion is part of a film being recorded. The warning states that pyrotechnics will be occcurring in the area between 6pm and 11pm on Thursday, April 16.It states the special effects will be taking place behind Carl Hall Road.Olivia BeesonToday04:52 BSTExplosion part of 'planned pyrotechnics'The explosion is part of planned pyrotechnics according to Downsview Park officials.A warning to residents said: "During the week of April 13, in the evening, residents and visitors may notice loud noises, flashes of light, and/or smoke in the area for short periods of time."These effects are part of a pre-approved controlled activity occurring at Downsview Park and will be conducted by licensed professionals in coordination with Toronto Police and Fire Services. There is no risk to public safety."Olivia BeesonToday04:49 BSTBlast felt by 'most of Greater Toronto area'According to reports the explosion turned the sky organe with the bright flash being seen and felt 'in most of the...المصدر: Mirror | Source: Mirror
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