Crews working to contain industrial fire in Schomberg

Crews are working to contain a fire that broke out in an industrial building in Schomberg early this morning.

Police say the fire started inside a unit in a building on Proctor Road, in the area of Highway 9 and Highway 27.

The fire department’s hazmat team is currently on scene as there are concerns that toxic chemicals may be inside the building.

Nearby businesses have been evacuated as a precaution.

Roads are closed in the area and drivers are being urged to avoid the area if possible.