▶️ Fire and Emergency crews at large house fire in Riccarton

Chris Lynch
Chris Lynch
Sep 23, 2022 |

Video: Daisy Lafaele

Fire and Emergency crews remain at the scene of a large house fire in Riccarton.

Video: Nick de Lautour

Emergency crews were called to the abandoned two story house on Kirkwood Avenue just before 9PM.

A Fire and Emergency spokesperson said multiple crews from all Christchurch city stations were at the scene.

Video: Daisy Lafaele

No one was inside the house, Clyde Road near Riccarton Road has been blocked off by police.

“We advise all members of the public to keep away to allow the firefighters to work safely.

People should stay out of the smoke. Any properties in the vicinity of this area should keep all windows and doors closed.”

Video: Daisy Lafaele

Chris Lynch
Chris Lynch

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