Children are among three dead after a fire ripped through a Canberra house.

Police believe the fire was deliberately lit.

Fire crews were called to the home in the suburb of Bonner at 8.30am on Monday morning, reports 7 news.

Initially, it was ruled no one had been injured in the blaze, but during a search of the property around midday, the bodies of one adult and two children were discovered.

Police suspect arson and spent Monday night guarding the burned ruins of the home.

Anyone with information is encouraged to call Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000.

RIP our thoughts are with the family x

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