House fires: Winter is peak time for house fires

Nadine Morton
Updated August 23 2019 - 5:03pm, first published 5:00pm
PEAK SEASON: Things can deteriorate in just three minutes during a house fire, Fire and Rescue NSW Inspector says. Photo: FILE
PEAK SEASON: Things can deteriorate in just three minutes during a house fire, Fire and Rescue NSW Inspector says. Photo: FILE

WITH 25 homes damaged or destroyed by fire so far this winter, firefighters are urging people to take care in the final week of the season.

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Nadine Morton

Nadine Morton

Senior journalist

Nadine Morton covers emergency services and breaking news for the Illawarra Mercury. She takes pride in regional journalism which she believes is crucial to informing our towns and cities. Have a story? Email her at nadine.morton@austcommunitymedia.com.au