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Incendie dans un puits d'accès d'Hydro | Près de 4000 Montréalais sans électricité
La Presse06.16.2025

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TL;DR
A fire broke out in a Hydro access shaft, leaving nearly 4,000 Montreal residents without electricity. The incident affected the downtown area and caused power cuts during a major heatwave, complicating restoration efforts. Crews were deployed to resolve the issue, but a timeline for when power would be fully restored was not immediately available. Authorities were investigating the cause of the fire while prioritizing restoring electricity to critical infrastructure. Residents were advised to stay safe and patient during this challenging time.
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