A series of powerful explosions erupted at a waste processing facility in Sydney, triggering a massive blaze visible from kilometers away. Emergency crews responded quickly as towering flames reached an estimated height of 150 meters.
Local authorities reported that several smaller explosions preceded the largest one, which sent a huge fireball and thick black smoke into the air. Firefighters battled the blaze into the night, working to contain the spread and protect nearby buildings. Witnesses described the sound as “like thunder rolling across the city.”
"There was an enormous explosion, and then a wall of fire. It was terrifying," said one resident who lives near the facility.
Officials temporarily closed nearby roads and advised people in surrounding areas to stay indoors due to heavy smoke. So far, no fatalities have been reported, but several workers received medical attention for minor injuries. Authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the explosions, suspecting a chemical reaction or gas buildup as a potential source.
An enormous explosion at a Sydney waste plant sent flames 150 meters into the air, prompting a large emergency response and investigation.