November 16th 2024.
Today, the historic Buckingham Arms Hotel in Adelaide fell victim to a devastating fire that engulfed the entire building. The flames first erupted at around 11am, prompting the quick response of the Metropolitan Fire Service. As the fire raged on, thick clouds of smoke billowed into the sky, causing concern over the potential toxicity of the air. In order to ensure the safety of residents, authorities advised people to stay indoors and keep their windows shut.
The situation escalated quickly, with police closing off Walkerville Terrace and Northcote Terrace to both motorists and buses. This traffic diversion was necessary to allow firefighters to focus on controlling the blaze. After several hours of intense work, the fire was finally contained just before 2:20pm. As a result, the warning about the harmful smoke was lifted, providing relief to the worried community.
With the fire under control, the Metropolitan Fire Service has given the green light for residents to return to their homes and businesses. However, they will continue to monitor the situation throughout the day and into the night. As a precaution, people are advised to avoid the area for the remainder of the day.
It is worth noting that the Buckingham Arms Hotel has been closed for redevelopment since 2022. Despite this, the fire has caused significant damage to the building, leaving authorities to wonder about the cause of the incident. Police are now appealing to the public for any information or witnesses who may have seen suspicious activity in or around the hotel. Those with information are urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
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