Parkland Refinery

Mystery at Parkland Refinery: The Burning Odour Incident Unraveled

A strong burning smell in Metro Vancouver led to a public safety advisory due to an industrial incident at the Parkland Refinery in Burnaby. Find out more here!

Parkland Refinery in Burnaby was the center of attention on January 21 when Burnaby Fire crews rushed to the site following an industrial incident within the facility's fence line. The incident caused a strong burning smell reported across Metro Vancouver, leaving residents in Burnaby and East Vancouver puzzled by the odour, likening it to burning rubber or plastic mixed with a petroleum scent. The situation escalated with flare-ups at the refinery, leading to poor air quality and a public safety advisory issued for the area.

The mystery deepened as the source of the odour was traced back to the Parkland Refinery in north Burnaby. The incident not only cloaked the city in a foul smell but also prompted concerns about public safety. Despite efforts to control the situation, the noxious odours lingered in the air, prompting an air quality advisory for the northern part of Metro Vancouver. The timeline of events revealed the seriousness of the issue, with community members and authorities working to address the aftermath of the refinery flare-up.

In a surprising turn of events, the incident at Parkland Refinery occurred just days after Delta mayor criticized FortisBC's public notification response to a gas refinery leak. This connection raised questions about the preparedness and response strategies of industrial facilities in the region. As the odour dissipated and the air quality improved, lessons were learned from the incident at the refinery, emphasizing the importance of transparency and effective communication during such emergencies.