Man Injured in Gas Main Fire Incident on Sydney’s Northern Beaches

Incident Overview

On Wednesday, 29 November 2023, a gas main ruptured and ignited on Darley Road, Manly, on Sydney’s Northern Beaches, causing burns to a nearby worker. Fire and Rescue NSW attended and managed the incident without directly extinguishing the fire due to the risk of catastrophic explosion.

The worker received immediate medical attention at the scene and was subsequently hospitalized for treatment of minor burns to his hands and face.

SafeWork NSW and relevant utility authorities are investigating the cause of the gas main rupture. The incident highlights the potential hazards associated with underground utility infrastructure and emergency response protocols in high-risk situations.

SafeWork NSW is appealing for any workers, contractors or members of the public who were in the vicinity of Darley Road, Manly, between 10:00 am and 11:30 am on Wednesday, 29 November 2023, and witnessed the incident or have relevant information to come forward. Reports can be made to SafeWork NSW on 13 10 50 or via the online incident-report form at safework.nsw.gov.au.

In Summary

SafeWork NSW is appealing for any workers, contractors or members of the public who were in the vicinity of Darley Road, Manly, between 10:00 am and 11:30 am on Wednesday, 29 November 2023, and witnessed the incident or have relevant information to come forward. Reports can be made to SafeWork NSW on 13 10 50 or via the online incident-report form at safework.nsw.gov.au.