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Niagara police training exercise, road closures expected

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Niagara police will be conducting a training exercise in the area of Portage Road and Upper Rapids Road on Wednesday and are alerting the public about increased police presence and road closures.

Niagara Parks Police will be assisting with road access and any closures. There will also be signage in the area regarding the training.

The training will be between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m.

Members of the public in the area should expect the sound of simulated gun fire, the possible smell of smoke and potential controlled explosions.

The public is asked to stay away from the training site for their safety and the safety of the officers involved.