Major Blaze Sends Smoke Plume Over Fraser River
A substantial fire erupted in an industrial zone east of the Alex Fraser Bridge located in North Delta on Thursday morning. The incident generated a significant plume of smoke that was visible across the Fraser River area, drawing immediate attention from local authorities and residents.
Incident Details and Location
The fire broke out on Thursday, November 20, 2025. The specific location was confirmed to be in an industrial area east of the Alex Fraser Bridge. Visual evidence of the blaze, shared widely on social media platforms including X (formerly Twitter) by accounts such as @DriveBC, showed the large smoke column rising into the sky.
Response and Impact
While the full extent of the damage and the precise cause of the industrial fire are under investigation, the primary immediate impact was the substantial smoke output. Such incidents pose risks to air quality in surrounding communities and can disrupt local traffic and business operations. Emergency services were dispatched to the scene to manage the situation and prevent the fire from spreading to adjacent properties.
The occurrence of this fire highlights the potential hazards present in industrial sectors and the importance of robust emergency response protocols in the Lower Mainland region.
