A man is charged with arson and domestic violence after a fire destroys three houses in a residential area. According to reports, the incident begins when the man allegedly uses an accelerant to set fire to one property. The fire then spreads to two neighbouring houses, resulting in the destruction of all three homes. Police respond to the scene and, due to safety concerns, declare a public safety exclusion zone to protect the public from hazards associated with the blaze. The charges relate to both the arson and alleged domestic violence conduct in connection with the incident, though details of the domestic violence allegations are not specified in the reports provided. The case is at an early stage, with the man facing criminal proceedings. Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances of the fire and the extent of damage, including how quickly it spread and what factors contributed to the emergency response and exclusion zone.