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Massive Fire at Sydney Petrol Station Forces Evacuations

12/9/2025

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A fire at the Metro Petroleum station on Hamilton Road in Fairfield, Sydney, forced dozens of residents to evacuate their homes around 12:40 PM on Tuesday.
More than 50 firefighters responded and battled flames that engulfed the station's roof.
Richard Duque, a local resident, lost his car in the fire while he was inside paying.
Residents have since been allowed to return to their units following the incident.

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A fire at the Metro Petroleum station on Hamilton Road in Fairfield, Sydney, forced dozens of residents to evacuate their homes around 12:40 PM on Tuesday.
More than 50 firefighters responded and battled flames that engulfed the station's roof.
Richard Duque, a local resident, lost his car in the fire while he was inside paying.
Residents have since been allowed to return to their units following the incident.