The appliance was ‘well alight’ in the early hours of the morning
The damage caused to the tumble dryer(Image: Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service)
The fire service has issued a safety reminder after a tumble dryer fire caused damage to a property in Swansea. The blaze took hold at a home in the Penlan area of the city on Monday, November 10, with two Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue service crews attending the scene.
The appliance was described as “well alight” at 12.27am. The crews, from the Swansea Central and Morriston stations, spent just over an hour at the scene, bringing the blaze under control using a hose reel jet and other equipment.
Neighbouring properties were also visited and offered safety guidance. Never miss a Swansea story by signing up to our newsletter here.
A statement from Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service read: “At 12.27am on Monday, November 10, the Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service (MAWWFRS) crews from Swansea Central and Morriston fire stations were called to an incident at Penlan in Swansea.
“Crews responded to a fire involving one tumble dryer that was well alight in an outbuilding.
“Crews utilised one hose reel jet to extinguish the fire and one thermal imaging camera and one positive pressure ventilation fan to monitor the scene and to clear smoke.
“After extinguishing the fire, crews visited neighbouring properties to distribute home fire safety guidance and information.
“Crews left the scene at 1.34am.”
The fire service has used the incident as a reminder of tumble dryer and white goods safety.
A statement added: “Never leave appliances unattended – don’t turn your tumble dryer on before you leave the house or go to bed.
“Tumble dryers 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.”
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