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Emergency crews respond to scaffolding collapse in downtown Calgary

Calgary emergency crews at scene of scaffolding collapse - Dec 22, 2016.

Emergency crews, including the fire department’s high angle team, responded to reports of a scaffolding collapse in downtown Calgary.

They were called to an alley at 920 6 Ave. S.W. just before 2 p.m. Thursday.

Broken windows caused by scaffolding collapse in Calgary – Dec 22, 2016.

At least two windows were broken during the incident, but it’s not certain why.

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“It’s still a bit of a mystery as to what caused the broken windows because the scaffolding is secure,” said Carol Henke, of the Calgary Fire Department.

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“So right now we’re still investigating what the cause is,” she said.

There were no reports of injuries, and until further notice the alley remains closed as of 5:45 p.m.

 

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