Fire tears through home, car in Melbourne

A large fire has torn through a home in Melbourne’s north-east this afternoon.

Firefighters were called to the blaze on Yan Yean Road, Doreen, about 4.30pm.

More than 20 appliances were used to battle the fire, which also engulfed a car parked outside the residence.

The fire was deemed under control just after 6pm, according to Emergency Victoria.

There are no reports of injuries.

The cause of the blaze remains unknown, but is not believed to be suspicious.

Investigators will return to the scene tomorrow morning.