At 12.12pm on Wednesday, December 11th, Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service crews from Tregaron, Lampeter, Aberaeron and Aberystwyth Fire Stations were called to an incident in Drefach in Llanybydder.
Crews responded to a two-storey, domestic property, that was well alight on their arrival and fully involved in fire. Crews utilised three hose reel jets, one 45mm jet, one light portable pump and thermal imaging cameras to extinguish the fire. A turntable ladder appliance was also used as a water tower. An adjoining property was assessed with no signs of fire spread found.
Sadly, one man, aged 83, died at the scene.
The fire, which was contained to one property, is not being treated as suspicious.
‘I Know Someone’ Campaign
Earlier this year, Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service launched its #IKnowSomeone Campaign, which urges family and friends to check in on their neighbours and relatives, especially those that may be vulnerable, elderly or live alone.
The campaign will focus on reaching out to rural communities and highlight the importance of having a Home Safety Visit. These visits allow Community Safety staff to check important factors within the home, such as having working smoke alarms, electrical safety, clear escape routes and more.
For more information on how to book a FREE Home Safety Visit, please visit here or call 0800 169 1234.
