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Fire crews have started thawing out the blocks of ice, citing "dangerous and unsafe activities". This comes after fans started using blowtorches, sledgehammers, and other tools to reveal the album's release date.

Mayor Olivia Chow told reporters on Wednesday morning that she supported the fire department's decision to melt down the ice.

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