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Warnings For Log Burner Owners As Firefighters Tackle Fire In Midhurst

Firefighters in Midhurst were mobilised to a chimney fire at an address in Heathfield Close last night (Wednesday).

Crews were called to Heathfield Close at 7.50pm, and used a range of chimney equipment to extinguish the flames, including a thermal imaging camera to check for hotspots. 

The incident has prompted a warning for owners of fires and log burners to make sure that they are kept swept.

A West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service spokesperson said:

"Our advice for anyone who has a log burner or who has open fires is to always have your chimney swept regularly to prevent a chimney fire."

Other safety precautions recommended by WSFRS include:

  • Use fire or spark guards.
  • Always extinguish the fire before going to bed or leaving the house.
  • Never block air bricks, vents or flues.
  • Always fit a carbon monoxide detector.
  • Always fit a smoke alarm - it could save your life!"

More information is available here.

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