Flaring at Nova Chemicals Corunna Feb 13, 2019. (Submitted Photo)Flaring at NOVA Chemicals Corunna is much higher than normal Wednesday.
Company spokesperson Meaghan Lawrence said it's a result of a unit upset at around 3:30 a.m.
She said it's unknown how long the elevated flaring will continue and the company apologizes for the noise and light disturbances.
Lawrence said they're actively working to return the facility to normal operating conditions as soon as possible and there are no other offsite impacts at this time.
Local runners will lace up this weekend in support of cancer research.
Over 40 candidates are competing for a spot on the Walpole Island First Nation band council in the upcoming election on Saturday, September 19.
The event was originally planned to commemorate Corunna almost becoming the capital of Canada.
A meet the candidates night is planned on Monday, September 21 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Maawn Doosh Gumig Community and Youth Centre.
The series will bring both aspiring and established business owners together on Tuesday evenings at the Maawn Doosh Gumig Community Centre.
Gates for the three-day fair will open at the Wyoming Fair Grounds on Main Street on Friday, September 18, at 5 p.m., with opening ceremonies beginning at 7 p.m.
