House Fire - Cessnock

Published: 01 Jul 2020 01:43am

In the early hours of this morning Fire and Rescue NSW received a Triple Zero (000) call to attend a house fire in Cessnock.

On arrival a large fire was found which was threatening neighbouring properties.

Firefighters contained the fire to the house and after a search had found it to be vacant.


Superintendent Adam Dewberry from Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) said FRNSW is attending numerous house fires and that it was a timely reminder for residents to develop their fire escape plan.

"Now is the time for residents to check they have a working smoke alarm and that all members of the family have an awareness of calling Triple Zero (000) in an emergency," he said.

Updated: 30 Jan 2023 09:15pm

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Related safety topics

Smoke alarms

It“s the law to have at least one working smoke alarm installed on every level of your home.

Escape plans

Having a home escape plan and a working smoke alarm increases your chances of getting out safely.

Details about this incident may change and should not be used as emergency information and/or advice.

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Stations nearby

CESSNOCK Fire Station

4 Edward Street, Cessnock NSW 2325

BELLBIRD Fire Station

44 Ruby Street, Bellbird NSW 2325

KEARSLEY Fire Station

26 Allandale Street, Kearsley NSW 2325