Smoke alarm alerted occupant to house fire, firefighters believe

Natalie Croxon
Updated July 21 2019 - 5:45pm, first published 9:55am

UPDATE 3.20pm: It is believed a working smoke alarm helped a man escape his burning Kangaroo Flat home without injury on Sunday morning, underscoring the importance of the devices.

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Natalie Croxon

Natalie Croxon

Journalist

Reporter at the Illawarra Mercury, mostly covering social affairs. Previously of the Bendigo Advertiser, Northern Daily Leader and Quirindi Advocate. Our Watch award winner.

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