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Cornwall Fire & Rescue Service Newsdesk
Chimney Fire
Charles Street, Bugle at 22/02/2009 10:04
One fire appliance from St Austell attended and the crew used a stirrup pump, rods and ladders to extinguish the fire by 1140hrs.
General Fire Safety Advice:
How often should I clean my chimney?
We recommend the following simple maintenance routines:
Solid Fuel Fires - Once a year for smokeless fuel; twice a year for coal
Wood Burning Fires - 4 times a year when in use
Gas Fires - Once a year if designed for sweeping
Oil Fires - Once a year.
Date Posted: 22/02/2009