The fire is now contained and the road reopened after an earlier structure fire on Elwick Road, Glenorchy. ​

EARLIER:

Tasmania Fire Service is attending a structure fire in the state’s south. 

Two TFS heavy pumper vehicles are at the Elwick Street, Glenorchy scene. 

Tasmania Police has asked motorists to avoid the area while emergency services respond. 

The fire was first reported about 11am.