19 Dec 2020 | 03:35 AM UTC
Australia: Authorities responding to a fire at a metal business in Wingfield area of Adelaide Dec. 19.
Authorities responding to fire at a metal factory in the Wingfield area of Adelaide, Australia, the afternoon of Dec. 19. Avoid the area.
Event
Firefighters are responding to a fire at a metal recycling facility on North Arm Road in the Wingfield area of Adelaide, as of the afternoon of Dec. 19. The cause of the blaze is unclear. There have been no reports of injuries.
Increased security, as well as localized business and transport disruptions, are likely near the incident site. Authorities could evacuate buildings and shops in the area as a precaution. Lingering disruptions are possible after crews extinguish the fire as investigations and recovery operations continue.
Advice
Avoid the area until authorities give the all-clear. Allow additional time to reach destinations in the area through at least the evening of Dec. 19; seek alternative routes to circumvent the incident site. 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.
