đŸ”¥Â The Brisbane Broncos narrowly averted a disaster on Thursday after a massive fire erupted right next to their state-of-the-art, $27 million training centre at Red Hill. The incident, which caused considerable alarm in the area, started with an alleged stolen car bursting into flames in a neighbouring car park.
The timing of the event coincided with players slowly returning for pre-season training. Fortunately, it has been confirmed that none of the Broncos squad were present at the facility when the terrifying blaze took hold. The safety of the team and staff remained the primary concern, and thankfully, no injuries were reported as a result of the incident.
From Stolen Vehicle to Spreading Blaze
According to initial reports from the Courier Mail, the vehicle that sparked the inferno was allegedly stolen the previous day, Wednesday. The fire, originating from the stolen car, quickly spread to a second vehicle parked nearby. Adding a personal touch to the alarming scene, the second car is understood to belong to a dedicated Brisbane Broncos employee.
Emergency services, including Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES), were immediately dispatched to the scene. Their swift and professional response was crucial in controlling and ultimately extinguishing the blaze before it could escalate further, particularly with such a high-value sporting facility so close by.
Facility Saved, Investigation Underway
The immense relief for the club and its fans is that the fire caused no damage whatsoever to the Broncos’ cutting-edge Red Hill training base itself. This outcome is a huge testament to the speed of the QFES response and the containment efforts on site.
The reigning premiers were quick to address the incident, issuing a public statement to confirm the details and express their gratitude.
‘The Brisbane Broncos would like to sincerely thank Queensland Fire and Emergency Services crews and Queensland Police for their swift response to a vehicle fire near our Red Hill headquarters earlier today,’ the club stated. The statement also confirmed that the second vehicle involved belonged to a staff member.
Queensland Police have now established a crime scene and officers are actively investigating the matter of the alleged stolen vehicle and the resulting fire. While the event was a massive disruption and a frightening reminder of unexpected threats, the final result—an undamaged facility and no injuries—means the Broncos can continue their preparations for the upcoming season uninterrupted. The focus now shifts entirely to the police investigation to determine the full circumstances behind the fiery ordeal at Red Hill.