FRV tackles Richmond blaze

Fire Recue Victoria (FRV) responded to multiple Triple Zero (000) calls for a structure fire in Richmond shortly before 6pm this evening.

Firefighters arrived within seven minutes to find flames issuing from a 20 x 30 metre double-storey brick home that was under construction.

Firefighters quickly attacked the fire using multiple hoselines, as well as protecting homes on multiple sides that were threatened by the fire.

Two persons were in the rear yard of the property and had to be assisted to evacuate by firefighters. Thankfully, no injuries have been reported.

The fire was declared under control at 06:28pm, 36 minutes after FRV arrived on scene.

The double-storey house has sustained significant damage in the fire. The cause of the fire is yet to be determined but will be investigated.

FRV crews will be on scene for several hours fully extinguishing the blaze.