Wagga paramedics tend to patient following house fire in Tolland

Emergency services arrived at a house on Martin Street, Tolland, at about 7.55 pm following reports of a fire.

Upon arrival, NSW Ambulance paramedics found an elderly man who had self-evacuated from the house.

Paramedics are providing CPR on the man following suspected smoke inhalation.

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Fire and Rescue NSW southern region zone commander Stewart Alexander said firefighters arrived at the scene very quickly to the house on fire and lots of smoke.

As of 8.05pm the fire was under control.

"It appears to be contained to the kitchen at this time and is now under control," Mr Alexander said.

The man's current condition is unknown.

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