House Fire - Mount Austin
Published: 02 Jul 2020 10:55am
Fire and Rescue NSW calls received a Triple Zero (000) call just before 11am alerting them to a house fire on Meads Pl, Mount Austin.
Upon arrival crews noticed large amounts of smoke issuing from the home. Firefighters were able to enter the home and quickly contain the fire which is believed to have started in the kitchen.
As a result of the fire one male occupant has received burns to his arms, he is currently being treated by NSW Ambulance paramedics.
Superintendent Adam Dewberry from Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) said the leading cause of house fires in NSW is leaving cooking unattended and it was important the community remembered to keep looking when cooking.
"If your cooking catches fire, never use water to put out a fat or oil fire, turn off the stove if it is safe to do so and call Triple Zero (000)."
Updated: 30 Jan 2023 09:15pm
Related safety topics
The leading cause of home fires in NSW is leaving cooking unattended.
It“s the law to have at least one working smoke alarm installed on every level of your home.
Having a home escape plan and a working smoke alarm increases your chances of getting out safely.
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