Cornwall Fire & Rescue Service Newsdesk

Seaview Terrace, Piece, between Camborne and Redruth at 07/01/2012 15:14

One fire appliance from Camborne attended and firefighters extinguished a fire in the chimney by 1540hrs.



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!

The National Association of Chimney Sweeps has a network of fully insured members throughout the country, who work to a Code of Practice. For more details telephone free on 0800 833464, or visit the Chimneyworks website.

Or visit the the UK professional association of chimney sweeps website for more information: http://www.guildofmasterchimneysweeps.co.uk/index.php

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