The RCMP’s Explosives Disposal Unit left Edmonton for Red Deer Friday morning after a “potential explosive device” was found at the Red Deer Waste Management Facility.
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A portion of the facility — located at 1709-40 Avenue — was cordoned off, but the rest remained open, according to an RCMP release.
The RCMP says it doesn’t believe there is a risk to the public.
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