A FUEL truck has exploded in flames and two people are dead after a horror crash on Sydney’s northern beaches.
Several vehicles were involved in the crash and NSW fire authorities said several firefighter crews had been deployed to stop flames from spreading further.
Photographer Tim Pascoe was early to the scene and captured this dramatic image of the truck ablaze.
Police said emergency services were called to the scene about 3.40pm after a collision on Mona Vale Road near Ponderosa Parade.
A nearby resident told ABC Radio it appeared the truck had “cleaned up” four or five cars and jackknifed. Another caller said there was fire up into the sky and black smoke.
Nearby buildings including Pittwater RSL Club have been evacuated and police have advised motorists to avoid the area. Mona Vale Road is closed.
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