At 12.26pm on Thursday, February 27th, the Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service crews from Gorseinon, Swansea West and Llanelli Fire Stations were called to an incident at Brighton Road in Gorseinon, Swansea.
Crews responded to a fire within a two-storey, end-of-terrace domestic property. The fire originated in the property’s utility room on the ground floor. Crews utilised two hose reel jets, one main safety jet, six breathing apparatus sets, three thermal imaging cameras, two positive pressure ventilation fans, two extension ladders and small gear to extinguish the fire.
The fire is believed to have started accidentally. Significant fire and smoke damage was caused at the property. Crews left the scene at 2.01pm.
White Goods Safety
This fire originated in the property’s utility room and MAWWFRS is issuing a reminder on white goods safety:
- NEVER leave appliances unattended - don’t turn your washing machine or tumble dryer on before you leave the house or go to bed. These appliances contain powerful motors with fast-moving parts that get very hot.
- Don’t overload your tumble dryer or put in items that have been used to soak up flammable liquids including cooking oil.
- Don’t ignore warning signs - if you can smell burning or have clothes that feel hotter at the end of the cycle, have your appliance checked by a professional.
More information on white goods safety can be found on MAWWFRS’s website.
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