25 Jun 2024 | 04:18 AM UTC
Australia: Emergency crews responding to factory fire on Amax Avenue in Girraween, Western Sydney, the afternoon of June 25
Authorities responding to factory fire in Girraween, Western Sydney, Australia, afternoon of June 25. Avoid the area; disruptions likely.
Emergency crews are responding to a fifth-alarm fire (the highest-level alarm) at a single-story factory on Amax Avenue in Girraween, Western Sydney, as of the afternoon of June 25. According to local media sources, the blaze is reportedly causing thick smoke. Authorities have evacuated the building. The cause of the fire is unclear; officials will likely provide further information in the coming hours.
Heightened security and localized transport and business disruptions are likely in the affected area over the coming hours. Police may restrict access to nearby roads to facilitate the movement of emergency vehicles. Road disruptions are possible along the Great Western Highway or Western Motorway if the heavy smoke affects visibility. Officials may evacuate nearby premises as a precaution.
The incident site is approximately 26 km (16.2 miles) northwest of Sydney's Central Business District (CBD).
Avoid the area until authorities give the all-clear. Seek alternative routes and allow additional time for journeys to nearby destinations. Consider remaining indoors if smoke is heavy, especially if you suffer from a respiratory illness such as asthma or conditions that lead to increased risk from smoke exposure. Eye irritation is possible; flush irritated eyes with copious amounts of clean water. Heed all official instructions, including evacuation orders.
