Firefighters attack Cheltenham house fire

At 1.03am, Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV) responded to an incident on Everest Drive, Cheltenham after callers to Triple Zero (000) reported a fire.

Crews arrived on scene within four minutes to find smoke and flames issuing from a house and adjoining garage, so the response was escalated.

Firefighters donned breathing apparatus and began attacking the fire as well as preventing any fire spread to adjoining properties.

All occupants safely evacuated and were assessed by Ambulance Victoria.

The fire was deemed under control by 1.37am.

The cause of the fire is not yet known but it will be investigated by FRV specialists.

Firefighters will remain on scene to ensure the fire is fully extinguished.