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Gas leak following Port Moody crash prompts evacuations, shelter in place

WATCH: One of the busiest intersections in Port Moody was shut down for hours after a crash involving a commercial truck. Correction: The road is expected to be open after 8 p.m. PT.

Some buildings have been evacuated and some residents asked to shelter in place due to gas leaking from a truck in Port Moody, B.C.

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Police have closed Clarke Road in both directions near St. Johns Street after gas started leaking following a collision involving a semi-truck.

At first, police believed the truck was leaking ammonia but officers now believe it is carbon dioxide.

Pedestrians and motorists are asked to avoid the area at this time. As of 6 p.m., Port Moody police said crews were still repairing wires and they expect the road to be closed until at least 8 p.m.

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