Industrial blaze triggers lockdown in south Brisbane suburb
A tyre store in south Brisbane was engulfed in flames on Wednesday, prompting police to establish an exclusion zone. One person was taken to the hospital with superficial burns, while firefighters worked to control the blaze. The fire was reported around 1 PM, and despite being under control by 2 PM, it continued to burn for some time afterward.
- ▪The fire at Brisbane Tyres Mags was first reported around 1 PM.
- ▪One man was treated for superficial burns and taken to the hospital in stable condition.
- ▪An exclusion zone was established, affecting traffic and access to the area.
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