Update - House fire in Fadden

Firefighters have contained the fire to the kitchen of the property and quickly extinguished it.

Fire and smoke damage has been sustained in the kitchen and smoke damage to the rest of the home.

Crews are now commencing ventilation of the premises.

The fire was started by food left cooking on a stove unattended.

ACT Fire & Rescue reminds the community Don't Stop Looking While Your Cooking.