Firefighters battling house fire - Fairfield

Published: 08 Sep 2022 03:13pm

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews are battling a blaze in a house at Fairfield, in Sydney's south-west.

A Triple-Zero (000) call, reporting an explosion and flames, was made to authorities just after 2pm.

13 fire trucks were dispatched to the Orchard Road address.

Fire crews are trying to stop flames spreading to adjoining homes.

Authorities have evacuated at least four people from neighbouring properties as firefighters, wearing breathing apparatus, search the burning house for occupants.

Fire crews are also attempting to prevent the fire reaching two LPG cylinders at the rear of the property.

The cause of the blaze is not yet known.

Updated: 30 Jan 2023 09:14pm

listView more incidents

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.

BBQ and outdoor heaters

Learn about LPG & gas cylinder safety.

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

For all life threatening emergencies, call Triple Zero (000)

For flood information, warnings or requests for non-life threatening assistance, call the SES on 132 500 or visit the NSW State Emergency Service website here. [external link].

For information directly relating to bushfires please call the Bush Fire Information Line on 1800 679 737 or visit the NSW Rural Fire Service Website here. [external link]

Stations nearby

YENNORA Fire Station

198 Fairfield Road, Yennora NSW 2161

CABRAMATTA Fire Station

100 St Johns Rd, Cabramatta NSW 2166

SMITHFIELD Fire Station

875 The Horsley Drive, Smithfield - Fire Station NSW 2164