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Ontario Warehouse Demolition Begins After Arson Blaze
1 Jun
Summary
- Demolition of a 1 million sq ft warehouse destroyed by fire is starting.
- The fire, which occurred over a month ago, is being investigated as arson.
- Nearby residents experienced health concerns due to smoke and smoldering debris.
Demolition work is scheduled to commence on a vast warehouse in Ontario, which was devastated by a significant fire more than a month ago. The fire broke out on April 7, destroying the expansive Kimberly-Clark facility. Crews will begin dismantling the exterior concrete walls, a process anticipated to cause elevated noise levels for local residents and businesses.
Demolition activities are expected to last up to 12 hours daily for the next two weeks, though the timeline may adjust. Authorities are investigating the fire as arson. A 29-year-old resident has pleaded not guilty to aggravated arson charges. If convicted, he faces a prison sentence of 10 years to life. Paper products worth about $500 million were destroyed, with no injuries reported. Residents in adjacent neighborhoods have experienced ongoing issues with smoke and smoldering debris, leading to health concerns and temporary relocations.
