Just after 2.45 pm this afternoon, firefighters arrived at the two-level home in Aberdeen Road to find a large section of the second-storey well alight.
Firefighters quickly got to work to extinguish and contain the blaze. Around 25 firefighters and six fire trucks, including an aerial ladder platform, were called to the incident, and crews are expected to remain in attendance for some time.
Quick Response By FRNSW Crew
It is believed that the fire started in the kitchen on the second level of the home
The home had a working smoke alarm, and it had activated. The occupant was able to safely evacuate, however, they were treated by NSW Ambulance Paramedics on scene and transported to a hospital for further assessment.
Firefighters have contained the fire to the second level, however, it is significantly damaged, and the ground floor has suffered heat and smoke damage.
The cause of the fire is still under investigation, however, it is believed that the fire started in the kitchen on the second level of the home.