A blaze that engulfed a petrol station in Sydney’s south-west and sent plumes of black smoke billowing into the sky has forced nearby residents to flee, with atmospheric testing under way to determine if it’s safe to return.
The fire has been contained but more than 50 firefighters will remain on the scene to fully extinguish it through the afternoon, NSW Fire and Rescue Inspector Steve Brown said.
A blaze engulfed the roof of a service station in Sydney’s south-west on Tuesday afternoon. Credit: Nine News
The blaze broke out at the Metro Petroleum station on Hamilton Road in Fairfield about 12.40pm.
Aerial footage showed flames and smoke shooting from the roof as fire crews fought to contain the fierce blaze.
The service station and surrounding buildings were evacuated as 13 fire trucks arrived on the scene, including HAZMAT crews.
Firefighters battle the blaze in Fairfield.Credit: Edwina Pickles
Gas cylinders were involved in the fire and are being remotely monitored after being cooled by firefighters on the scene, Brown said.
There are no reports of injuries and the cause of the fire is to be determined.
Fire and Rescue investigators are attending and will assist police if required.
