A factory fire is causing significant traffic delays in Sydney's west.
About 80 firefighters are battling the blaze at a factory complex in Rosehill.
Crews were alerted by a passing motorist around 4am AEST and the building was well alight when they arrived.
The fire affected three shops, starting in one and then spreading quickly to two others.
One shop contained electrical equipment and another was a tile store.
Fire and Rescue New South Wales says the blaze has been contained but crews are working to prevent the building from collapsing.
Commissioner Greg Mullins says it could be some time before they know what started the fire.
"We're still actively fighting the fire. We have about 24 fire crews from across Sydney here with a lot of equipment," he said.
"No clues to the cause as yet, but when the fire is extinguished police and fire investigators will move in."
Nikki Sinclair from the Transport Management Centre says James Ruse Drive has been closed in both directions.
"There are diversions in place for motorists, south-bound motorists, they're being diverted at Victoria Road or River Road West," she said.
"All north-bound motorists are being diverted at Hassel Street to Arthur Street and onto River Road West, so if you can avoid the area."
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