Massive House Fire at Bar Beach Sends Thick Smoke Across Newcastle Suburbs

Emergency crews spent Monday night battling a major house fire on Tooke Street at Bar Beach, with thick smoke blanketing parts of Cooks Hill and surrounding suburbs.

The blaze is believed to have started in an air conditioning unit before rapidly spreading through the roof of the home.

Residents living up to one kilometre away reportedly experienced breathing difficulties as heavy smoke drifted across the area, prompting concern among locals.

Firefighters worked through the night to contain the fire, with crews later moving into mopping up operations to prevent further flare-ups.

Authorities have not yet released information on the extent of the damage or whether anyone was injured.

Video of the dramatic fire was shared online by Reddit user “u/UncleDK69”, with footage showing flames and thick smoke rising above the suburb.