Explosion at Downsview Park was part of Drake production: city - CP24

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Was a Drake Video to Blame?

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Turns out it's for Drake's music video NOW TorontoFlashes of light, smoke, and loud noises at Downsview Park are part of ‘planned pyrotechnic effects,' officials say CP24Explosion during film shoot at Downsview Park rattles Toronto residents Global News

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A Drake Video Was to Blame..

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A blast on Thursday night turned out to be for a video shoot, but it unnerved residents who had lived through a propane plant explosion in 2008.

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The New York TimesWhat caused the explosion at Downsview Park?

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City confirms explosion at Downsview Park was part of Drake video shoot, councillor calls it 'alarming' - CityNews Toronto.

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City confirms explosion at Downsview Park was part of Drake video shoot, councillor calls it 'alarming' CityNews TorontoDownsview Park residents ‘shocked out of their beds' by explosion during Drake filming CTV NewsHeard an explosion last night?

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Explosion at Downsview Park was part of Drake production: city - CP24.

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An explosion that rattled a Toronto neighborhood was found to be part of a video shoot for Drake's performance.

Why It Matters

The incident highlights the potential risks associated with large-scale events and productions, especially when they involve pyrotechnics. It also underscores the importance of community safety measures