Firefighters have rushed to a warehouse blaze in Perth's inner-northern suburbs, with black smoke billowing across the area.
Blaze at Osborne Park business
A business in Osborne Park, understood to be a smash auto repair shop, caught alight around 5.40pm on Monday evening. The fire broke out near the intersection of Howe and King Edward Street, sending thick black smoke into the sky.
Emergency response
At least five firefighting trucks are on the scene, with crews rushing into the building with hoses to combat the flames. The blaze has forced the closure of a major section of Howe and O'Malley streets, with police blocking off the roads to traffic.
Hazardous materials warning
People in the area are warned that the smoke, which is blowing towards Stephenson Avenue, could be potentially dangerous. The warehouse is reported to contain hazardous materials, and authorities urge residents to stay out of the fumes and keep windows and doors shut.
Firefighters continue to work to contain the fire and prevent it from spreading to nearby buildings. Further updates are expected as the situation develops.
