FRV contains Box Hill North blaze

Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV) responded to several calls of a house fire in Box Hill North this morning.

FRV crews arrived on scene within five minutes to find smoke and flames issuing from the roof of a single storey weatherboard home, so the response was escalated.

Firefighters wore breathing apparatus to attack the blaze and protect adjoining properties.

The fire was contained to the room of origin with the scene deemed Under Control at 8.22am.

The cause of the fire was due to an unattended cigarette.

Firefighters remained on scene for some time to ensure the fire was fully extinguished.

All occupants had safely evacuated and were assessed by Ambulance Victoria.