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Supreme Court building evacuated due to smoke

Published:Wednesday | September 25, 2019 | 12:58 PM
A fire truck at the Supreme Court building in downtown Kingston responding to a report about the presence of smoke - Nickoy Wilson photo

Firefighters have been called to a section of the Supreme Court building in downtown Kingston following a report of smoke emanating from a section of the roof of one of the structures.

The Gleaner was informed that lightning may have struck the top of the building, causing damage to wires.

A decision was taken to adjourn court sessions as emergency personnel carry out their work.

The building has also been evacuated.

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