Cornwall Fire & Rescue Service Newsdesk

Cornwall Terrace, Penzance at 26/12/2004 16:33

2 appliances from Penzance attended when a neighbour investigated a smoke detector actuating and could see a fire in a house through a window. The crews forced an entry into the house and quickly extinguished the small fire that involved Christmas decorations.

Thankfully the house had working smoke detectors fitted, which raised the alarm that there was a fire very quickly. Without them the fire may have taken hold, undiscovered for some time, causing a great deal of damage.

General Fire Safety Advice:
Cornwall County Fire Brigade urge you to take extra care over the Festive period.

Christmas and New Year is a time when we can relax and enjoy being with friends and family. We all like Christmas trees, fairy lights, decorations and candles - but they can all be potential fire hazards.
By taking just a few simple precautions you can reduce the risks for yourself and your family so that everybody can enjoy a happy and fire safe Christmas. Please follow the link below to find out more.

Related item: http://www.cornwall.gov.uk/fire/fsafety/camp03.htm