When a factory fire broke out in Derrimut, Melbourne’s west, it quickly became one of the largest fires the state has seen in recent years. More than 180 firefighters responded to the scene on Swann Drive, battling the blaze fueled by hazardous materials like kerosene, fuel, and ethanol. The fire, which started around 11:20am on
Stormwater drains require regular cleaning and maintenance to function effectively and ensure community safety. Fires could intensify the need for such services, leaving behind debris, ash, and sediment that, when combined with rain, can lead to blockages and flooding. CSA Specialised Services excels in maintaining drain networks for councils, large infrastructure projects, industrial and commercial
When a diesel spill occurred at Docklands, it was essential to take swift action to mitigate any potential environmental hazards. CSA was immediately alerted and dispatched our team to the scene. Recognising the importance of a quick response, our crew wasted no time in mobilising all the necessary gear and personnel. Using specialised trucks and
Residents in Melbourne’s southwest have been given an urgent warning after a lake was contaminated, killing hundreds of fish. The dead fish was discovered floating near the banks of Cherry Lake in Altona on Monday the 14th of March, and visitors to the famous walking spot were shocked to see it. The contamination is thought
South Melbourne Primary School was forced to close due to an industrial fire in Southbank in early May 2021. Just before midnight, a fire started in a packaging firm on the corner of Farrars and Buckhurst streets It took more than two hours and roughly 46 firefighters with long-ladder trucks and aerial backup to put
A truck carrying toilet papers burst into flames on Monday, 25th of January 2021. 26 firefighters battled the blaze, including several spot firesA smoke warning was issued for nearby suburbs and paramedics were deployed to the scene but no-one required treatment. The freeway was closed both directions between Doncaster Road and Tram Road and by 12:30 pm some inbound lanes had reopened to
on 9th of August 2020, a recycling factory went up in flames in Sydney Road, Campbellfield and More than 70 firefighters battled the blaze. A community warning was issued for smoke and residents who are sensitive to smoke were advised to shut their windows and doors and turn off heating or cooling systems in the
The Colbert Road factory caught fire about 8pm on January 18 and took more than 80 firefighters six hours to bring under control. A watch and act message was issued for Campbellfield, Lalor, Somerton, Thomastown, Dallas, Coolaroo and Roxburgh Park as thick black smoke from the fire moved over the northern suburbs. It is believed
A cement spill caused by a machine compressor failure left a compound in Hallam covered in cement dust. CSA Specialised Services were called for an emergency response clean up. On Friday, 8th December we responded to an emergency cement spill located in Hallam. It took thirteen operators and seven of our specialised vehicles to clean
A hydraulic pump burst on a main road in Thomastown, resulting in an emergency response from our team to assist in the clean-up. Yesterday we received a call at 10:46 am regarding a hydraulic oil spill across a main road in Thomastown. Our crew of Stephen Howson, Jim Taleski, Petar Stojkovic, John Yu, Morgan Ngatikaura
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