A backyard bonfire gone wrong sent emergency services scrambling to Carlton tonight after residents reported hearing a loud explosion across the area.
Police and paramedics were called to the Dodges Ferry area following multiple calls about the bang, which turned out to be caused by someone using “excessive fuel” on their fire.
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Photos shared on social media show flames shooting into the sky, visible from well beyond the immediate neighbourhood.
“The scene has been made safe and there is no risk to the community,” a police spokesperson said.
“There were no injuries or property damage.”
Police confirmed they would continue investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident.
