John Livey provides update on fire at city hall

By News Staff

Posted September 26, 2014 11:19 am.

This article is more than 5 years old.

A fire broke out in the basement at Toronto city hall on Thursday. Deputy city manager John Livey said crews are working to restore power in the building and hopes to resume operations on Friday afternoon.

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