Brisbane factory fire now being investigated as crime scene after burning for hours

A large factory fire that burned uncontrolled in the early hours of Monday morning has now been declared a crime scene, authorities say.

An early morning fire that burned uncontrollably for hours in an automotive factory has now been declared a crime scene.

Emergency services rushed to a structure fire in Salisbury, about 11km south of Brisbane, about 4.20am Monday.

Ten trucks from the Queensland Fire and Emergency Service (QFES) responded to the blaze which was burning in a contained, 50x50m factory complex.

Paramedics arrived on the scene at 4.27am, but no injuries were reported.

Firefighters dump water on the blaze from a crane. Picture: Today/9 News

A QFES spokesperson told NCA NewsWire investigators were unable to complete a full search of the property due to significant structural damage, with several compartments “totally destroyed”.

They said nine fire trucks were still on the scene, with the fire controlled as of 10.30am local time.

Queensland Police have declared the factory a crime scene and are investigating the cause of the blaze.

Emergency services arrived on scene at about 4.30am. Picture: Today/ 9 News

Footage of the blaze shows firefighters hosing down the building from a large crane.

Police said Evans Road between Toohey Road / Orange Grove Road and Tarragindi Road were closed and advise motorists to use alternative routes.

SALISBURY: Evans Rd between Toohey Rd / Orange Grove Rd and Tarragindi Rd is currently closed while emergency services attend a building fire on Pentex St.

Motorists are advised to avoid the area and to follow any traffic directions given. #bnetrafficpic.twitter.com/W41aLK3I6P

— Queensland Police (@QldPolice) April 9, 2023

The blaze was under control as of 10.30am. Picture: Today/9 News

Originally published as Brisbane factory fire now being investigated as crime scene after burning for hours