A dumpster truck fire in Capel Sound on Tuesday 10 December has highlighted the dangers of improperly disposed hazardous waste. The driver noticed smoke coming from the truck’s load and promptly contacted the fire brigade.
Following their guidance, the driver safely emptied the burning load onto a concrete surface at the Rosebud depot, allowing firefighters to extinguish the flames.
Investigations identified a battery and an electrical drill as likely fire sources. Mornington Peninsula Shire is urging residents to use proper disposal facilities for hazardous materials to prevent similar incidents.
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