Gas leak forces evacuation of Northern College in Timmins
Gas leak forces evacuation of Northern College in Timmins
Northern College in Timmins is closed for the day as officials at the school are dealing with a gas leak.
“Attention staff and students!! Northern College’s main Timmins building is currently closed due to an emergency evacuation,” the school said in a social media post Monday afternoon.
“Individuals who need to get personal belongings will be allowed in when it is deemed safe. We will update you when the building is re-open. Students can check their Blackboard account for information on classes. If possible please work from home.”
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