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Possible propane tank explosion sends plume of smoke over Vancouver neighbourhood

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Fire sends large plume of smoke over Mount Pleasant neighbourhood
Neighbours in the Mount Pleasant neighbourhood of Vancouver were shocked to see a large plume of smoke billowing over the area Monday night. No one was hurt but fire investigators are examining what happened. – May 3, 2022

A late-night fire in Vancouver’s Mount Pleasant neighbourhood shocked residents Monday evening.

A billowing cloud of smoke could be seen over 5th Avenue and Carolina Street.

Reports on social media said an explosion was heard before the smoke could be seen.

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Vancouver Fire Rescue crews said the fire took place on a second-floor balcony.

They said it was put out quickly. Nobody was hurt and there was no damage inside the apartment.

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Officials said there is no clear evidence at this time that an explosion happened but said it may have been started by a propane tank.

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