Increase in Illawarra winter house fires prompt smoke alarm campaign

Nadine Morton
Updated July 26 2023 - 4:01pm, first published 2:00pm

The Illawarra has had a five-year spike in house fires, with 25 homes severely damaged or destroyed so far this winter.

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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

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