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- Sunday 27 April 2025 at 9:00 am
Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV) responded to a structure fire at 7.05am on Carroll Street, Deer Park after callers to Triple Zero (000) reported a house fire.
Firefighters arrived on scene within four minutes to find smoke and flames issuing from the roof of a single storey brick house and the response was escalated.
Crews wore breathing apparatus to attack the fire internally as well as prevent flames spreading to adjoining properties, which were in close proximity.
One occupant that safely evacuated was assessed by Ambulance Victoria for smoke inhalation.
The incident was deemed Under Control at 8.13am.
In total, 30 firefighters and 10 appliances, including an aerial appliance, responded to the blaze.
The cause of the fire is not yet known but will be investigated by FRV’s specialist Fire Investigation Unit.
Firefighters will remain on scene for some time, to ensure the fire is fully extinguished.
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