Fitzroy townhouse fire quickly brought under control

A two-storey townhouse in Holden Street, Fitzroy, was engulfed in flames and issuing black smoke when FRV crews arrived on scene minutes after the first call to Triple Zero (000) around 12pm today.

Multiple calls were received and the event escalated to a second alarm with one female occupant suffering burns.

Victoria Police responded to assist with other residents presenting to Ambulance Victoria requiring assistance.

The event was quickly under control and FRV crews prevented the fire from spreading to neighbouring properties.

The cause of the fire is yet to be determined.