Fire service issues tumble dryer safety warning after kitchen blaze in Tumble

Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service (MAWWFRS) said crews from Tumble Fire Station were called to Derwen Road, Tumble, at 5.16pm on Wednesday 3 September.

The fire was confined to the kitchen table, chairs and flooring, and had been extinguished before firefighters arrived. Crews cooled debris and isolated the property’s tumble dryer. The cause is believed to have been laundry taken from the dryer and placed on the table.

After ensuring the fire was fully out, firefighters carried out a Home Fire Safety Check at the property before leaving the scene at 6.13pm.

Following the incident, MAWWFRS has reminded residents to take extra care when using tumble dryers and other white goods. Safety tips include:

• Never leaving appliances running when you go out or go to bed
• Avoiding overloading tumble dryers or placing items inside that have been used to soak up flammable liquids
• Acting on warning signs such as a burning smell or unusually hot laundry at the end of a cycle

The service says anyone with concerns should have their appliance checked by a qualified professional.

MAWWFRS also offers free Safe and Well Visits in people’s homes, which include fitting and checking smoke alarms, identifying fire hazards, and giving tailored advice on escape plans and fire prevention.

More information on white goods safety and booking a Safe and Well Visit is available on the Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service website.

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