Structure fire - Kambah

Firefighters have extinguished the fire in a double garage on Horton Close, Kambah.

For fear of structural collapse a bobcat is being driven remotely to knock down the remaining walls and roof.

This will allow firefighters to safely access the remaining smouldering material.

Access to Horton Close is limited and the community is asked to avoid the area.

ACT Fire & Rescue are on scene at a structure fire on Horton Close, Kambah.

Firefighters have contained the fire to the garage and backyard and are working to extinguish it.

ACT Ambulance Service paramedics are also on scene and have treated two people for smoke inhalation.

The community may see large volumes of smoke for some time and are asked to avoid the area.