The children's mother was traveling to Queensland and was not present, according to news reports. Four people were taken to Nepean Hospital for smoke inhalation and minor injuries: a man in his 30s, a teenage male, and two primary school-aged boys. All five survivors were discharged on Tuesday. About 60 firefighters responded and brought the fire under control around 3:30 am. The roof collapsed during the blaze, RFS Commissioner Trent Curtin said: "There are parts of the home that are still hot and smouldering and many parts of the home have collapsed."
Police have established a crime scene, and an investigation into the cause and formal identification has commenced, major media reported. The cause of the fire remains unclear, and it is not known why the two children did not escape. Were smoke alarms working is also undetermined. Tributes were left at the house, including handwritten notes, and a memorial gathering occurred. A young relative visited the property. A GoFundMe campaign raised over $22,000 in 24 hours. According to Daily Mail, the fundraiser organiser said the family is grateful for support but wants to grieve in peace. Myla's friends paid tribute on social media: "I miss you Myla, wish you were still here with us. Hope you're having fun with God." A former classmate wrote: "You were so nice, funny, trustworthy, happy and full of sunshine."
There are parts of the home that are still hot and smouldering and many parts of the home have collapsed. Firefighters are moving into the home with hose lines to gain access to the areas where they can search for the unaccounted for people.