ADVISORY: Nearby fire affecting downtown Montreal.

A major fire taking place at a nearby commercial building today is affecting the intersection of Bishop/De Maisonneuve Streets within downtown Montreal.

City of Montreal Fire Department personnel are on the scene and are likely to be there all afternoon.

Please take note of the following:

• Concordia operations continue as usual. 
• Members of the community are urged to avoid the area if possible.
• The Sir George Williams / Loyola shuttle bus terminal has been relocated to MacKay/Ste-Catherine until further notice.
• Air intake from the outside has been shut off for the Hall and Webster Library buildings.The ventilation continues to be cool but a slight smell of smoke may be evident.

Check this page for updates.