Wheatley strong sign at CK Fire Hall 20. (Photo by Paul Pedro)Wheatley strong sign at CK Fire Hall 20. (Photo by Paul Pedro)
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UPDATE: Gas no longer venting in Wheatley

The Municipality of Chatham-Kent announced Friday morning that gas is venting at the investigation site at 35 Talbot Road West.

Chatham-Kent Fire and Rescue (CKFR) responded around 11:30 a.m. after the strong odour of gas was detected.

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As of 1:30 p.m., the venting had stopped.

CKFR assured that there is no threat to public safety and that crews will remain in the area to monitor the situation.

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A CKAlert will be sent in the event that action, including an evacuation, is required. Wheatley residents can sign up to receive CKAlerts at www.CKAlerts.ca.

Updates about the situation in Wheatley can be found here.

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