20 July 2014

Fire in roof of Theodore home

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Firefighters are investigating the cause of a fire that began in the roof of a Theodore home.

The occupants called Emergency Triple Zero (000) after noticing the fire and self-evacuated.

The house is located on the corner of Louis Loder Street and Lawrence Wackett Crescent.

ACT Fire & Rescue has three pumpers, a Hazardous Materials Unit, Breathing Apparatus Van and a commander in attendance. Units will remain on scene for some time.

Crews have contained the fire to the roof space.

(ESA Media Release)

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UPDATE – The fire was been determined to have been caused by down lights overheating. ACT Fire & Rescue crews conducted salvage operations after significant heat and water damage to the house. Damage is estimated at $50,000. An electrical and structural assessment will have to be completed before the occupants are allowed to re-enter their home. Firefighters will soon leave the scene.

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