Cornwall Fire & Rescue Service Newsdesk

Fore Street, Constantine at 08/11/2009 18:34

One fire appliance from Falmouth attended a report of a chimney fire. The crew had extinguished the fire, using rods, within 30 minutes.

General Fire Safety Advice:
Simple tips to greatly reduce your chances of having a fire in your chimney:
Sweep the chimney before use Ensure a fireguard is in front of the fire at all times Sparkguards can prevent a serious property fire Extinguish the fire before going to bed or leaving the house Never use petrol or paraffin to light your fire Make sure you have a working smoke alarm and check it works regularly!