Explosion at Grimsby School Injures Staff Member

A female staff member sustained minor injuries following an explosion in the outdoor garbage bin area of Central French Immersion Public School.

Police in Niagara Region are investigating the cause of the explosion that occurred around 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
The incident happened when the staff member accessed the garbage bin, leading to her being hospitalized with minor injuries.
The school implemented a 'lock and learn' protocol, and nearby residents were advised to shelter in place for safety.
A police explosives unit was dispatched to the scene, and several roads in the vicinity have been closed to traffic.
Authorities are urging the public to avoid the area as investigations continue.