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Minor flight delays at YVR after strong gas smell detected in domestic terminal

A passenger who arrived on a Cathay Pacific flight from Hong Kong stands with baggage on carts while waiting for other family members at Vancouver International Airport, in Richmond, B.C., on Jan. 4, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck

On Wednesday, passengers at Vancouver International Airport’s (YVR) domestic terminal were instructed to exit the building or relocate to a different area due to a strong odor of gas.

YVR officials confirmed there was a strong gas smell throughout parts of the domestic terminal and that Richmond RCMP and Fire and Rescue Services were called in.

The source of the odour was swiftly identified and contained, officials confirmed.

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“YVR is working with our airline partners to expedite passengers through security on a priority basis,” the airport said in a statement.

“There could be some minor flight delays as the influx of passengers are processed.”

 Passengers are being asked to contact their airline before heading to the airport.

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