House Fire - Longueville
Published: 07 Jul 2021 10:20am
Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) has urged the community to be extra vigilant this winter, following a house fire at Dettmann Avenue, Longueville earlier today.
FRNSW arrived on scene to find a two-level house well alight with smoke and flame issuing from the roof.
More than 20 firefighters battled the blaze and gained control of the fire within an hour. However, their efforts were hampered by the roof collapsing.
Investigations into the cause of the fire are ongoing.
Superintendent Adam Dewberry from Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) said this is a timely reminder that you can take steps to protect your home and loved ones during winter:
• Never ever leave cooking unattended.
• Only working smoke alarms save lives- test your alarms are in date
and working. If not, change the batteries or replace the alarms.
• Keep everything one metre away from your heater.
• Don’t overload your power boards with heaters and electric
blankets.
• Never ever use wheat bags to warm your bed and turn off your
electric blanket before you sleep.
• Fire screens should always be placed in front of fireplaces and
chimneys when in use.
• Do not use outdoor heating and cooking equipment inside your
home; this can lead to the build-up of carbon monoxide indoors
which can be fatal.
• Have a Home Fire Escape Plan
A fire can take hold in minutes, yet it only takes seconds to prevent one. Take action to stay out of harm this winter.
For more information about home fire safety, visit www.fire.nsw.gov.au/winter
Updated: 30 Jan 2023 09:15pm
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LONGUEVILLE| #FRNSW crews are currently responding to a house fire in Dettmann Ave. Second floor in flames and roof collapsed. No reported injuries. Operations are ongoing.
11:00am • Jul 07, 2021 - View tweet on Twitter
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