Propane tank explodes after two trucks catch fire in Laval industrial area

Laval building fire sends smoke A fire at a roofing company in Laval, Que. on May 19, 2023 sent smoke billowing into the air.

Laval firefighters were called to an industrial area Friday afternoon, where two trucks caught fire, causing a propane tank to explode.

The fire broke out at a roofing company on Dagenais Boulevard West near le Corbusier Boulevard and then spread to a neighbouring business, according to Laval’s fire department.

Photos from the scene shared by fire officials around 3:30 p.m. show flames shooting from a parking lot, where it appears tires were being stored, as several vehicles are parked nearby.

The fire was brought under control within an hour.

No injuries have been reported.

The cause of the fire is under investigation