Fire destroys Walgett home, causes nearby powerlines to short out and collapse

Emergency Services were called to the blaze just after 1pm on Monday.

Fire and Rescue NSW crews from Lightening Ridge responded to the incident alongside crews from the Rural Fire Service.

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On arrival crews found the house well alight with flames issuing from the roof.

It's believed the intensity of the fire caused overhead powerlines to short out and collapse nearby.

Firefighters created an exclusion zone to ensure public safety and once the power was isolated were able to bring the fire under control.

No injuries were sustained as a result of the incident however the house was totally destroyed.

The cause of the fire is yet to be determined.