Firefighters from three stations were called out to a house fire in Stoke-on-Trent on Tuesday just before 8am. Staffordshire Fire and Rescue say that the property’s residents were evacuated when crews arrived – while the fire had also been extinguished. Following an inspection it was said that the blaze had started accidentally as a result of a tumble dryer overheating.
Station manager Darren Jackson has issued tips when it comes to electrics in the house. He said: “Crews at the scene worked diligently in order to minimise the damage caused by this fire, where no-one was hurt.”
“Overloaded sockets and faulty electrical appliances cause over 7,000 house fires in Staffordshire every year. We urge residents to ensure they are aware of the risks associated with electrical appliances and make sure they adhere to the guidelines.”
“It is always best practice to ensure your electrics have a British or European safety mark and to ensure plug sockets or extension leads are not overloaded.”
“High powered machines such as tumble-dryers should be kept to a single socket to avoid overheating. They should not be left unattended and should be unplugged when not in use. Also, remember to clean the filter of your tumble-dryer on a regular basis.”
