Shed Fire at Kingscote - 31 March 2025
CFS firefighters have contained a fire which has spread through a shed into a retaining wall and water tank located on a neighbouring property in Kingscote, Kangaroo Island.
Firefighters on 5 trucks and a support vehicle arrived at approximately 11:30 am to find the the fire had completely destroyed the shed being used as a workshop with tools and building supplies located within. The damage bill is estimated at $80,000. The flames pushed so high the leaves on the trees were scorched. The fire spread into one neighbouring property but was contained by firefighters to stop further spread into grass and other surrounding structures.
It is believed no one was in the shed when the fire started. SA Police and SA Ambulance were on scene supporting firefighters. Fire investigators have been notified and the cause of the fire is currently unknown.