Fire and Rescue NSW crews urge the community to follow all of the instructions on any spray-can, as misuse can cause damage, injury or worse.
On Tuesday, July 27 Fire and Rescue NSW Station 027 Parramatta were
called to respond to a reported explosion and smell of gas in Harris Park.
On arrival one resident was found outside, dazed and with burns to the face and body.
Ambulance NSW arrived on scene shortly after and treated any injuries.
Crew 027 investigated the apartment and found significant damage had occurred but there was no sign of fire.
In the apartment every single window had been blown out with some window frames being blown into the next door neighbour’s yard.
The residents assisted with the investigation and it was determined that insect spray was the cause of the explosion.
When using any spray it is very important to fully read the instructions.
In this case the flammable spray was used in a very small space next to an ignition source.
Troy Dodds is Parra News' Managing Editor and Breaking News Reporter. He has more than 20 years experience as a journalist, working with some of Australia’s leading media organisations. In 2023, he was named Editor of the Year at the Mumbrella Publish Awards.