Section of Portage Avenue blocked as fire crews battle early morning blaze

A busy section of Portage Avenue is closed Tuesday morning as fire crews battle a blaze in the area. (File image/PNN)


A busy section of Portage Avenue is closed Tuesday morning as fire crews battle a blaze in the area.

The fire broke out just before 5:30 a.m. in a building near Portage Avenue and Burnell Street

 As a result, westbound Portage Avenue is closed at Burnell.

Motorists are encouraged to avoid the area and find another route.

More details to come.