An explosion injured two firefighters in Oakville, Ontario, Thursday evening.
Crews were called to an alarm activation at the Palermo Village retirement home shortly after 7 p.m.
Firefighters were investigating a smoke odor in a basement electrical room when the explosion happened, according to CBC News.
Officials said power was out in the area after the explosion.
The Oakville Professional Firefighters Association later tweeted; "The outpouring of well wishes has been amazing. Thank u everyone. Two of our FF's (sic) were transported to hospital with minor injuries."
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