Woolworths shoppers have had to run for their lives after an Adelaide supermarket was allegedly set alight with customers inside.
Two 14-year-old boys have been charged with arson after the supermarket on Mount Barker Rd in Stirling was completely destroyed by the fire on Sunday afternoon.
“We’re really, really keen on stressing that our firefighters here tonight have done a great job,” he said.While the supermarket was the only store to be destroyed in the fire, there is expected to be smoke and water damage to the rest of the complex which includes many small businesses.“We aware of the disruption that it may cause but it’s necessary as part of the process of putting the fire out,” Mr Devey said.
Thick smoke has blanketed Stirling as a result of the blaze, with the CFS urging residents to remain inside and close their windows and doors.
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