A landfill fire near Canberra, specifically at the Canberra Construction Recyclers site on Pialligo Avenue, remains active despite efforts by emergency services.

The blaze was reported late on July 23, 2026, and crews from ACT Fire and Rescue arrived to find a 15-metre-high pile of waste engulfed in flames, producing significant smoke.

While resources were deployed to bring the fire under control with assistance from the ACT Rural Fire Service and bulk water tankers, it remains unextinguished as of Friday morning.Authorities have advised residents with respiratory conditions to stay indoors due to lingering smoke.Pialligo Avenue is open, but traffic management measures are in place at its intersection with Sherger Drive.The cause of the fire has not been determined.Emergency services continue to monitor the situation, emphasizing the need for public caution and adherence to health advisories.

This incident highlights ongoing challenges in managing waste-related hazards in urban areas and underscores the importance of community preparedness during environmental emergencies.