Residents of Ont. town told to lock doors due to police probe

A map shows where Clinton, Ont., is located in relation to the Greater Toronto Area. (Google Maps)

Provincial police have blocked off a large area in a rural municipality in southwestern Ontario and residents are being advised to lock their windows and doors.

The situation began Saturday night in Clinton, a community in Central Huron, with police setting up a mobile command post.

Central Huron Mayor Jim Ginn said a town alarm went of Saturday night.

He said residents should lock their doors and stay away from their windows while Ontario Provincial Police look for suspects in a possible shooting incident.

Police declined to confirm their presence in the town on Sunday but there are reports from citizens that a manhunt is underway.

Cruisers are blocking off a number of roads in the area.