A significant industrial fire is raging in Adelaide's inner-northwest, sending a massive plume of toxic smoke over the city and triggering a major emergency response. The blaze broke out at a factory or warehouse located on the corner of Regency Road and South Road in the suburb of Croydon Park.
Emergency Response and Public Warnings
A large-scale emergency operation is currently underway as crews from the Metropolitan Fire Service (MFS) battle to bring the intense flames under control. Due to the severity of the situation, police have declared a Dangerous Area for the zone bounded by the North-South Motorway Slip Road, Regency Road, Hudson Avenue, and Standard Avenue. Members of the public are strictly prohibited from entering this cordoned-off area.
The MFS has issued a specific health warning regarding the smoke, which is billowing high into the sky and travelling in a south-westerly direction. Residents in the path of the smoke are urged to take precautions. "You should stay informed and be aware of the health impacts of smoke on yourself and others," the service advised.
Major Traffic Disruptions and Road Closures
The fire has caused substantial disruption to local traffic networks. The Regency Road off-ramp for northbound traffic on the North-South Motorway has been closed. Multiple other roads in the immediate vicinity are also blocked to facilitate the emergency operation and ensure public safety. Motorists are being told to avoid the area entirely and seek alternative routes.
Authorities are monitoring the situation closely, and further updates on the firefighting efforts and the potential for more road closures are expected. The cause of the fire is not yet known, and investigations will commence once the blaze is fully extinguished.
What Residents Need to Do
For those living or working near Croydon Park, the key advice from emergency services is clear:
- Stay outside the declared Dangerous Area.
- Close windows and doors to prevent smoke from entering homes.
- If you have a respiratory condition, take your medication and avoid physical activity outdoors.
- Keep updated via official emergency service channels for any changes to warnings or road closures.
The community is advised to remain vigilant as firefighters continue their work at the scene of this major Adelaide industrial fire.
