By KATRINA BRANDON

 

AN Industrial fire broke out last Sunday morning (April 19) in Moe.

The fire started around 5.30am at a property on Waterloo Road.

Firefighters arrived on scene within four minutes to find a shed well alight and threatening a neighbouring shed.

Crews worked swiftly to contain the blaze to the front building.

Damage: The aftermath of the fire. Photographs: Liam Durkin

The incident was deemed under control at 6.22am.

Police are treating the incident as suspicious.

Arson detectives were expected on the scene last Monday after the Express went to print.

 

ANOTHER fire was seen in Warragul last Friday (April 17) at the old milk factory.

Around 50 firefighters arrived at the scene on Queen Street.

Fire Rescue Victoria crews from Moe and Traralgon assisted felllow Baw Baw crews.

Police redirected traffic around the area to ensure local crews had room to work. The fire was marked as suspicious.

Anyone who witnessed the incident, has dashcam or CCTV footage or anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit an online confidential report at: www.crimestoppersvic.com.au

The abandoned milk factory has been the bane of many locals for decades, with owner Warren Turner still refusing to demolish it.