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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