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Two Sisters, 13 and 2, Die After Townsville House Fire

Authorities continue inquiries after classifying the blaze as non-suspicious.

Overview

  • Hallie, 2, and Evie, 13, died in hospital on Thursday after being rescued from a Bushland Beach home fire early Sunday.
  • Firefighters found the girls inside the engulfed Gum Court house and performed CPR, including on a roof, before they were rushed to Townsville University Hospital.
  • Two teenage brothers escaped the blaze and were treated for smoke inhalation, and their mother also survived.
  • Queensland Police say the cause remains under investigation and have appealed for information or relevant footage from the public.
  • A community GoFundMe for the family has surpassed $100,000 to help with recovery, temporary housing and essential needs.