Flames Engulf Multi-Story Building in Sydney

A major fire broke out in a multi-story building near Sydney’s Central Station on the afternoon of May 25.

Footage by Danielle Daly shows the dramatic scene, as large flames billow from the building.

Local media reported that hundreds of people were evacuated and parts of the building collapsed.

Fire and Rescue NSW said the inferno was beginning to spread to several neighboring buildings, including residential apartments. At least one vehicle in the vicinity was destroyed by fire.

More than 100 firefighters were working to contain and extinguish the blaze. Locals were urged to avoid the area as firefighting operations continued. The Sydney Morning Herald said the building was “believed to be unoccupied”. Credit: Danielle Daly via Storyful

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