One person dead after explosion in Trois-Rivières

A boat appears to have exploded at MVC Ocean in Trois-Rivieres. (Noovo Info)

One person is dead after an explosion occurred at a marine, underwater and coastal works company in Trois-Rivières on Monday morning, according to Noovo Info.

A boat appears to have exploded at MVC Ocean, causing damage to the company’s building.

“As soon as the incident was reported, our internal teams immediately implemented the necessary emergency measures to ensure the safety of the other employees,” the company said in a statement.

The cause of the explosion is so far unclear, but the company says it is communicating with authorities to shed light on the event.

The force of the explosion shook nearby businesses, and smoke rose from the site, according to information gathered by Noovo Info.

“We would like to emphasize that we are offering all necessary support to those affected, as well as professional and personal assistance to our teams in collaboration with the CIUSSS. The support program offered to our employees is also being implemented, and resources are on site to assist those who feel the need,” said MVC Ocean.

The company is also committed to “learning from this situation in order to further strengthen [its] safety and prevention measures.”

- With files from Noovo Info