Solar Panel Fire - Lake Cathie
Published: 28 Dec 2020 01:50pm
Just before 2pm today Fire and Rescue NSW were called to respond to a house fire in Lake Cathie. The caller reported the owners were away on holidays.
On arrive Fire and Rescue crew from Port Macquarie found the cause was from a smouldering isolation switch on solar panel.
Fire and Rescue worked alongside the local Rural Fire Service and made the property safe.
Updated: 30 Jan 2023 09:15pm
Related safety topics
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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Stations nearby
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