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Gisborne CBD fire damage 'catastrophic'

Source: New Zealand Infotech Weekly

Gisborne : New Zealand | 5 months ago

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A fire in Gisborne last night caused "catastrophic" damage to the city's business heart, fire authorities say. Fire engulfed the top two levels of the historic Adair Building and incinerated floors and the roof. Flames could be seen leaping up to 15 metres above the building's former skyline.

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