Investigations have commenced after a fire caused extensive damage to a dwelling in Darwin’s Rural Area.

Shortly before 1.00pm today a structure fire was reported at a residential premises in Fly Creek.  Firefighters from Humpty Doo responded and were assisted by crews from Palmerston and Bushfires NT.

No injuries were reported, but the dwelling was extensively damaged.  A crime scene has been established, fire investigators and detectives continue their assessment of the scene.