Truck fire in Gum Creek - 18 September 2023

At approximately 8:30 am, CFS volunteers were called to a truck fire on Booborowie Road in Gum Creek.

Approximately 18 firefighters in 4 trucks were able to contain the blaze to the prime mover, saving the grain contained in the trailer.

No injuries have been recorded with the driver safely exiting the vehicle. The truck has been significantly impacted with an estimated damage cost of $100,000.

The truck is half on the road requiring traffic control, CFS reminds motorists to drive to conditions.

2023-09-18 Adam Pascoe