Small fire in central Christchurch prompts road closure

Monday 21 July 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Mon 21 Jul 2025, 9:24am

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Four fire crews attended a small fire at Cathedral Junction on Monday morning, believed to be at Quest serviced apartments. The fire activated a sprinkler system in a restaurant, which caused water to flood into the hotel below. A road closure was implemented in the area.

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9:18am

1. The PressMon 21 Jul 2025, 9:18am

   Small fire in central Christchurch prompts road closure (opens in new tab)

2. NZ HeraldMon 21 Jul 2025, 9:24am

   Christchurch, Cathedral Junction restaurant fire: Sprinkler water floods hotel below (opens in new tab)