Unit Fire - Wollongong

Published: 06 Jun 2020 03:36pm

Fire and Rescue crews attended a triple zero call this afternoon to find a dryer alight in a unit.
After extinguishing the fire and determining there were no persons inside they remained for a short time to properly ventilate the unit block.
This is a timely reminder to check clothes dryers and lint filters for buildup of lint and dust.

Updated: 30 Jan 2023 09:15pm

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Stations nearby

WOLLONGONG Fire Station

32-36 Denison Street, Wollongong NSW 2500

BALGOWNIE Fire Station

117 Balgownie Road, Balgownie NSW 2519

UNANDERRA Fire Station

80 Central Road, Unanderra NSW 2526