House Fire - Lavington

Published: 14 Oct 2020 01:25pm

Shortly before 1:30pm, Fire and Rescue NSW received reports of a house fire, on Dale Corner, Lavington, following a call to Triple Zero (000).

Three Fire Stations from the Albury region arrived on scene a short time later and discovered smoke issuing from the side of a single level home.

Crews were able to contain the blaze it to the room of origin and stop is spreading further into the home.

Investigations into the cause of the fire are continuing.

NSW Police and NSW Ambulance were on scene however, no injuries were sustained a result of the blaze.

With Fire and Rescue NSW crews attending multiple house fires this week, Acting Superintendent, Scott Dodson said it was a timely reminder for the 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.

Images of the incident can be found at the link below.

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.

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

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Stations nearby

NORTH ALBURY Fire Station

596 Nagle Road, Lavington NSW 2641

ALBURY CENTRAL Fire Station

817 - 821 Mate Street, Albury Central (Albury North) NSW 2640

ALBURY CIVIC Fire Station

565 Kiewa Street, Albury Civic NSW 2640