A man has died in a fire at a disability support home in Sydney’s south-west, with investigations underway to determine the cause.
Fire Destroys Spring Farm Home, Man Dies
The blaze broke out just after 12:25am on Saturday at a property on Corder Drive, Spring Farm, near Camden, destroying the home. Three people were living at the address when the fire occurred.
Two residents and a support worker managed to evacuate with minor injuries and were taken to hospital. Fire and Rescue NSW Superintendent Adam Dewberry said the body of a man in his 60s was found at the rear of the house.
Smoke Alarms Saved Lives
Superintendent Dewberry said the fire spread rapidly and was “extremely intense,” with 22 firefighters and six trucks responding. He credited smoke alarms with saving the lives of those who escaped.
“Definitely a miracle, but it’s those smoke alarms activating got those people up and out,” he said.
Investigators are working to determine why the man was unable to escape. Superintendent Dewberry noted that thick smoke can cause confusion and disorientation, impacting a person’s ability to think clearly during a fire.
Fire investigators and police have begun examining the scene, using photographs and drone mapping to piece together how the fire started. A granny flat attached to the property was not affected.
Victim Was Friendly and Liked History
A man who had known the victim for five years described him as a “very friendly guy” who enjoyed conversation and history.
Neighbor Chris McCabe was alerted to the fire by his dog and a neighbor. He described an “inferno that happened really quickly” and was concerned the fire might spread to his own home. He said the two people who escaped were “an absolute mess” and visibly shaken.
Local resident Jose Nodar discovered the burnt-out home during his morning walk, stating the intensity of the fire was evident from the extent of the damage. He expressed his sympathy for those affected.
The NDIS provider has been contacted for comment.
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