Deceased
UYB
Demographics
11y, male
Date of death
2022-12-19
Finding date
2026-05-19
Cause of death
Effects of fire
AI-generated summary
An 11-year-old Aboriginal boy died in a house fire on 19 December 2022, along with the homeowner who attempted rescue. The fire started in the homeowner's bedroom, most likely from a carelessly discarded cigarette, and spread rapidly throughout the house. The child's death was caused by effects of fire and carbon monoxide toxicity (carboxyhaemoglobin 29% saturation). A critical failure was a non-functional smoke detector in the home—more than 10 years old with a dead battery (use-by date 2016)—which prevented early warning that may have enabled escape. The coroner found this a preventable accident. Key recommendations include strengthening Victorian fire safety legislation to mandate working smoke alarms in all homes (hardwired or with non-removable 10-year batteries) located in every bedroom and hallway, aligned with Queensland reforms; including sprinkler systems in all new residential buildings; and intensifying public awareness about fire safety and smoking risks.
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