Southampton Coliseum (phot by Jordan MacKinnon)Southampton Coliseum (phot by Jordan MacKinnon)
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Ammonia issue closes Southampton coliseum

The Town of Saugeen Shores closed the Coliseum in Southampton, as well as the surrounding parking lot, do a strong smell of ammonia on Tuesday.

The Town said there is no active ammonia leak.

A technician has been called to evaluate the situation and make repairs

A statement from the town on its Facebook page said there is no safety concern for the general public.

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