A major fire is currently raging at the South African Breweries (SAB) facility in Baragwanath, with thick smoke billowing from the premises. The fire, which broke out earlier today, has sent shockwaves through the community as videos from the scene show large, roaring flames engulfing parts of the brewery.
At this stage, the full extent of the damage remains unknown, and emergency services are working tirelessly to control the blaze. Initial reports indicate that firefighters have been on site for over an hour, battling the inferno that has completely engulfed at least one section of the brewery.
The cause of the fire is still under investigation, and authorities have urged residents to avoid the area. Videos circulating on social media show the fiery blaze, with thick black smoke rising into the air, visible from miles around. Eyewitnesses have reported hearing explosions from the site, though no injuries have been confirmed as of now.
SAB has yet to release an official statement, but the local authorities are calling this a developing situation, urging the public to remain patient as updates are awaited.
Stay tuned for more details as this story develops.
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