Unit Fire - Belmont South

Published: 15 Jun 2020 05:06pm

Fire and Rescue NSW crews from the Lake Macquarie region are in attendance at a Unit Fire in Belmont South.

Crews arrived to the Pacific Highway address to find a residential unit well alight, and are working to bring the fire under control.

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.

High-rise fire safety

The best way to keep you and your family safe is to prevent fires from occurring and know what to do in case of a fire.

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

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Stations nearby

BELMONT Fire Station

635 Pacific Highway, Belmont NSW 2280

SWANSEA Fire Station

10 Lake Road, Swansea NSW 2281

TINGIRA HEIGHTS Fire Station

70 Violet Town Road, Tingira Heights NSW 2290