A shelter-in-place notice issued for nearby apartments has been lifted
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A Langley ice rink was evacuated and closed Friday following an ammonia leak.
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The City of Langley said a leak at Langley Twin Rinks, located at 5700 Langley Bypass, was reported to the fire department shortly after 6:50 a.m.
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Langley City Fire Rescue Service confirmed that ammonia gas was released inside the facility, prompting an evacuation.
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“The cause of the release has been identified, and work is underway to address the issue,” the city said on its website.
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The fire department has established a command post at the site, and a specialized contractor is addressing the leak. The Ministry of Environment is also monitoring the incident.
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According to the city, the leak is contained to the building and its immediate vicinity.
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As a precaution, officials temporarily issued a shelter-in-place advisory for apartment buildings south of the facility. Residents were asked to stay indoors and keep windows and doors closed.
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The ice rink is expected to remain closed for most of Friday.
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