Authorities are not ruling out foul play after NSW Fire Investigation and Police Forensics began investigating the house fire that destroyed one property at Murrumbateman's East Street on Tuesday, at around 4.20pm.
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The fire drew nine units to the Barton Highway including one from Yass, two from the ACT and the rest were RFS.
Fire fighters received the call around 4.28pm on Tuesday from a local resident, Super Intendant Peter Ally told the Tribune that it was a structural fire and the property was "unsalvageable".
The owners of the property were working in Canberra at the time of the fire. No other property was damaged and there were no casualties.
Both north and south lanes of the Barton Highway were closed from 4.40pm until 6pm with one stop-and-go lane open, other traffic was diverted from Hall along the Federal Highway until all roads re-opened at 7.10pm.
Senior Constable Bob Monkley from Yass Police said - "An investigation into the cause of the fire is underway; Fire Investigation and Police Forensics have taken samples and tests to determine the cause of the fire."
Police believe that it appears suspicious.
Duty Commander from Fire and Rescue NSW Stephen Hay, said that detectives contacted his department to gain access to their canine, used in identifying hydrocarbon.
Local resident and bar manager at the Murrumbateman Country Inn Andrew Mclean, was working at the time of the fire, he said that it really hit home for many people in the community.
"There was a sense of shock in the community people don't expect that kind of thing to happen," he said.
"Stories are circulating because the house went up so fast, it will be interesting to see what happens after the investigation."
Yass Valley residents are showing their small town spirit and have already established groups to help raise funds for the victims.
"On the night of the fire people were already talking about how they could help the family. There has been talk about donating stuff like clothing, appliances, accommodation and other things that are needed," Mr McLean continued.
The local Caltex service station and Murrumbateman Country Inn are already showing their support having placed donation buckets that people are generously contributing to.
The local inn provided the victims with accommodation for the night and they are currently staying in a flat behind the publican's house until they can get back on their feet.
"The victims seemed like they were initially in shock on Tuesday, they didn't say much. They seem to be doing a little better but are overwhelmed with what has happened, understandably," he said.
If you would like to help with donations or support please contact the Murrumbateman Country Inn for more information or visit the Murrumbateman Noticeboard Facebook page.