Candle sparks Petersfield bedding blaze
Fire crews were called to a house in School Lane, Petersfield, after a bedroom fire on Sunday night.
The fire was out on arrival and firefighters removed a mattress and bedding from the property.
They also provided immediate emergency care to one person suffering from smoke inhalation and a burn to the arm. Colleagues from SCAS provided further assistance.
It is believed that the fire was caused by a candle.
Candles are one of the 5Cs you need to know to help keep your home and family safer this winter.
- Candles: if you’re planning to light more candles, take extra care by using holders, keeping them well away from curtains and other furnishings, and always blowing them out before leaving the room.
- Carbon monoxide: new regulations mean landlords must fit carbon monoxide alarms in all rented accommodation where there is a fixed combustion heating appliance.
- Cooking: it’s not safe to use alternative cooking appliances such as barbecues or camping stoves indoors as there’s a risk of carbon monoxide poisoning.
- Chimneys: always get yours professionally swept and checked before use. Make sure you use the correct fuel for woodburning stoves and open fires to reduce the risk of toxic fumes and carbon monoxide poisoning.
- Clothing: keep drying clothes well away from portable heaters and fires as they can easily catch fire. Where possible, only use washing machines and tumble dryers during the day and when someone is at home.
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