Lithium-Ion Battery Fire at Montreal Port Prompts Lockdown

A fire involving a container carrying lithium-ion batteries at the Port of Montreal triggered a temporary stay-at-home order for nearby residents on Monday.

The incident occurred in a container at one of the port’s terminals.

“Our Port Prevention and Security teams have been at work since the beginning of the incident, which resulted in no injuries,” said the Port of Montreal. “The emergency response plan was immediately activated, and we are working closely with the Montreal Fire Department, which is in charge of the situation.”

The precautionary stay-at-home order affected the Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve borough located adjacent too the port. However, the city later announced that the order had been lifted. “The preventive containment notice was issued due to a fire that is now under control,” the update said.

Authorities reassured the public about safety concerns. “Although firefighters may need a few more hours to finish their work, tests have confirmed that any danger to public health and safety has been ruled out,” the city said.

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