Major fire burns businesses at Brookvale

Firefighters have worked throughout the night to contain a significant fire in a three-storey mixed-use building at Brookvale. The fire, above Decked out Gaming in Brookvale, appears to have started at the top floor just after midnight last night. The top floor is listed as the home to the Screen Actors Workshop. Both businesses have been contacted for comment. Firefighters described the main affected area as “commercial space”. Fire and Rescue NSW was called to reports of flames and smoke issuing from the top building on Winbourne Road, Brookvale, which connects with 722 Pittwater Road. On arrival, firefighters confirmed a fire involving the upper level of the three-storey complex and immediately commenced an offensive attack using multiple hose lines. The incident was escalated to a third alarm structure...

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