BRAMPTON: VNN/ Weekly Voice is on the scene as firefighters battle a major blaze at a scrap metal yard near Intermodal Drive and Goreway Drive in Brampton.
A large plume of thick black smoke could be seen rising above the industrial area on Tuesday afternoon, June 2, 2026. The smoke was visible from several parts of Brampton and could also be seen from Toronto Pearson International Airport.
Brampton Fire and Emergency Services confirmed that crews were responding to the property and shared an image showing heavy smoke billowing into the sky. Firefighters remained at the scene as emergency crews worked to bring the blaze under control.
No injuries have been reported at this time, according to Brampton Fire and Emergency Services. The cause of the fire, its point of origin and the circumstances surrounding the incident remain unknown.
The fire is located in an industrial area close to Goreway Drive and Highway 407. Drivers travelling through the area should remain cautious and monitor updates from local authorities as emergency operations continue.
Weekly Voice will continue to provide updates from the scene as additional information becomes available.
