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Chimney Fire

Arundel Terrace, Bude at 02/03/2018 11:20


Cornwall Fire and Rescue service received a call regarding a chimney fire at Arundel Terrace, Bude. One appliance from Bude Community Fire Station was mobilised to the incident.

On arrival crews located a fire behind the register plate. Firefighters removed the plate using small tools.

A thermal imaging camera was used to ensure that the fire was extinguished.

During 2015/16 Cornwall firefighters tackled 124 chimney fires. Most chimney fires are preventable by having them swept regularly. For further information and advice, visit our chimney fire webpage through the link below.

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Date Posted: 02/03/2018


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