Homecoming celebrations slow to start on London's Broughdale Avenue
CTV
It's a slow start to the day on Broughdale Avenue and surrounding area in London, Ont. where many are expecting thousands of people as part of Western University's homecoming celebrations.
The rain that rolled into London, Ont. just before noon is keeping party-goiers at bay in the Broughdale Avenuea area during Western's homecoming weekend.
As of 1:30 p.m, police tell CTV News they estimate no more than 2000 people. Officers are working to keep the streets clear and advising students to use the sidewalks. Officers are also issuing $120 fines for open alcohol.
A letter to students at Western University sent on behalf of President and Vice-Chancellor Alan Shepard Wednesday, asks them to avoid unsanctioned parties this homecoming weekend to help improve safety.
The Middlesex-London Health Unit also announced on Wednesday that it was putting into place, two new Section 22 Class Orders.
