Update:
The Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury released the following information regarding the fire at 114 Holland St. W.:
The Town of BWG is working to set up an evacuation centre at the Danube Centre for all residents of the apartment building who need a place to go, and will work with anyone requiring overnight accommodation to ensure everyone has a bed.
We will provide further information as it is available for people who are seeking updates on their loved ones, including a contact number as soon as the evacuation centre is set up and staff are able to take your calls. We appreciate offers of donations but are not there yet - we will advise through social media if/when there is a need for donations. Firefighters continue to battle the fire and we ask people to stay clear of the scene at this time.
Original story:
Fire and police crews are on scene of a fire at an apartment building at 114 Holland Street West by Shopper's Drug Mart.
Large black clouds of smoke could be seen coming from one of the units Monday afternoon.
Holland Street West is closed in both directions between Simcoe Road and Professor Day Drive. Police are asking people to avoid the area and find alternative routes.
This is a breaking news story. BradfordToday will have more details as information becomes available.
