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Fire engulfs two-storey unit after reports of explosion

By AAP Newswire

Jul 12, 2023

Queensland Fire and Rescue stock — First responders were met with large plumes of dark smoke as they rushed to a blaze near Brisbane. -AAP Image

Police are investigating a suspicious fire at a two-storey unit after multiple reports of an explosion north of Brisbane.

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First responders were met with large plumes of dark smoke as they rushed to the fire in Murrumba Downs about 1pm on Wednesday.

Police evacuated neighbouring properties and closed off surrounding streets while fire crews worked to extinguish the blaze, which was brought under control two hours later.

The property was completely destroyed as a result of the blaze.

Police have declared a crime scene and investigations are continuing.

While no injuries were reported to emergency services at the time of the incident, detectives are yet to make contact with the occupant of the property.

Social media posts suggest a loud blast was heard in surrounding suburbs, and one person from a neighbouring unit was transported by paramedics with emotional distress.

The cause of the blaze is unknown.

Anyone with information is urged to contact police.

By AAP Newswire

Australian Associated Press