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Fears Massive Crane Could Tip, Traffic Chaos
CARLINGFORD, SYDNEY, NEW SOUTH WALES, JUN 25 – About 350 people were evacuated as Fire and Rescue NSW leads efforts to stabilise a crane with failed anchor pins causing major traffic disruptions in Sydney's northwest.
- On Wednesday afternoon, a crane became detached from its support structure above Pennant Hills Road in Carlingford, prompting road closures and the evacuation of nearby workers.
- The incident occurred amid strong winds that caused two anchor pins at the crane's base to fail, prompting fears it could tip over.
- Authorities evacuated about 350 people, including workers and local residents, and implemented traffic diversions due to the hazardous crane.
- As of Thursday morning, Pennant Hills Road is still shut while teams work to secure the crane, preparing for anticipated wind gusts reaching up to 59 km/h.
- Officials urged the public to avoid the area and follow police directions, while the OSHA investigation into the accident continues without further details.
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Fears massive crane could tip, traffic chaos
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