Fire

Family left homeless after Toorak fire

Mosese Raqio Multimedia Journalist [email protected]

February 10, 2026 7:52 am

[Photo: FILE]

A family has been left homeless following a fire that destroyed their home in Toorak, Suva, last night.

A source says the fire is believed to have started in the kitchen and was caused by an electrical fault.

Despite the damage, no injuries were reported.

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FBC News has sought further details from the National Fire Authority.

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