Cornwall Fire & Rescue Service Newsdesk

St Martin, Lizard Peninsula at 17/10/2010 19:53

Firefighters from St Keverne used a hosereel, stirrup pump and rods to extinguish a fire in a chimney by 2145hrs.

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!

Related item: http://www.cornwall.gov.uk/default.aspx?page=7278