Child killed in house fire in south-west Melbourne home
Summary
A child died and a man was seriously hurt in a house fire in Werribee, Melbourne, early Monday morning. Firefighters quickly arrived and stopped the fire after about an hour, and police are investigating the cause but do not suspect foul play.Key Facts
- The fire happened just after midnight on Newbury Street in Werribee, south-west Melbourne.
- Firefighters arrived within three minutes to find the house fully on fire.
- A child was found dead inside the home.
- A man living in the house was taken to hospital with serious injuries.
- About 40 firefighters worked for an hour to control the fire.
- Police said the fire is not considered suspicious but an arson expert will examine the scene.
- Some children escaped the fire, while others were reported trapped inside during the blaze.
- Support and counseling have been offered to the firefighters and emergency workers at the scene.
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