Unit Fire - Double Bay

Published: 17 May 2021 09:19am

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) are currently on scene at a unit fire on New South Head Road, Double Bay which broke out just before 9:30 am this morning

On arrival, fire crews found smoke issuing from the unit block. Over 20 firefighters are responding from surrounding suburbs to assist

Firefighting operations and evacuations of surrounding units are underway

The fire was contained and extinguished by 9:45 am although the unit was extremely smoke logged and needs to be ventilation is underway

NSW Police and Ambulance NSW are in attendance.

Updated: 30 Jan 2023 09:15pm

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