Kitchen explosion causes traffic dramas in Surry Hills Fire: part of Albion Street is closed. Twelve people have been evacuated from apartments above a restaurant on Albion Street, Surry Hills, following an explosion in the restaurant kitchen that caused a fire. About 30 firefighters from four commands responded to the fire and evacuated those from the building safely. Buses have been diverted and firefighters have managed to contain the blaze to the restaurant kitchen. The street remains closed between Elizabeth Street and Mary Street in Surry Hills this morning. Route 339, 374, 376, 391 and 891 buses are being diverted around the closures via local streets. Some stops are being missed due to the diversions. Emergency services said they were unsure when Albion Street will be reopened. Motorists are advised to avoid Albion Street and use an alternative route.