Reports of loud explosion heard in Hamilton early Friday evening

The Hamilton Fire Department and Hamilton Police responded to reports of loud explosion heard in Hamilton early Friday evening (Apr. 26).

Hamilton Police fielded numerous calls about a loud bang heard early in the evening around 7 p.m. Emergency services would discover the noise came from Triple M Metal, located on 670 Strathearne Ave. and notified the public around 9:30 p.m.

“Triple M Metal accidentally destroyed a propane cylinder that detonated, causing damage to equipment,” said Hamilton Police. “There were no reported injuries.”

Hamilton fire said several 9-1-1 calls were placed from residents who heard the loud sound.

The explosion was reported to be heard in the east end of the city near Centre Mall and as far as Aldershot in Burlington.