Violent explosion at the US-Canada border
An explosion occurred in a vehicle crossing into the US from the Rainbow Bridge, which is located over the Niagara River on the US-Canada border.
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Numerous ambulances and police teams were dispatched to the scene.
While investigations are underway to determine whether the explosion was a terrorist attack, crossings between the two countries have been halted. A small-scale fire broke out in the area following the explosion.
It was learned that the vehicle that exploded had entered the US from Canada.
According to local sources, 2 people in the vehicle that exploded died, and a border officer was injured.
Meanwhile, it was announced that Canadian Prime Minister Trudeau has been briefed on the incident.
CONNECTS THE US AND CANADA
The Rainbow Bridge connects the city of Ontario, Canada, with the city of New York, USA.
The bridge is also located in the region where the world-famous Niagara Falls is situated.