A major firefighting effort was launched in Mirrabooka, Lake Macquarie, last night after crews responded to a two-storey structure fire that threatened neighbouring properties.
- Location: Mirrabooka, Lake Macquarie
- Event: Two-storey structure fire
- Response: Multiple NSW Rural Fire Service brigades and Fire + Rescue NSW
- Status: Fire extinguished, no spread to nearby homes
- Cause: Under investigation by Lake Macquarie Police and Fire Investigators
The Peninsula Rural Fire Brigade was first to respond, arriving to find the building already fully engulfed. Firefighters worked quickly to contain the flames and prevent the fire from spreading to nearby homes.
Support was provided by Dora Creek Rural Fire Brigade, Cooranbong Rural Fire Brigade, Wyee Point Rural Fire Brigade, and Fire and Rescue NSW Station 383 Morisset. The combined effort ensured the blaze was brought under control and extinguished.
The NSW Rural Fire Service Central Coast District praised the crews involved, saying: “Well done and thank you to all those who turned out.”
Authorities confirmed that the cause of the fire is not yet known. The Lake Macquarie Police District has secured the site and is awaiting the attendance of specialist Fire Investigators.
The fire serves as a reminder of the rapid response capabilities of both Rural Fire Service volunteers and Fire and Rescue NSW crews, who regularly work together to protect homes and communities across the Hunter and Central Coast regions.
No injuries have been reported at this stage, and neighbouring properties escaped significant damage thanks to the swift actions of emergency services.
Residents are urged to remain fire safe and ensure their properties are prepared ahead of the warmer months.