Smoke alarms helped save a family of five from a house fire in Rhyl just before the New Year, North Wales Fire and Rescue Service has said.
Emergency crews were called to a property on Epworth Road at 3.57pm on Tuesday 30 December.
The blaze, which is believed to have started accidentally, triggered the home’s smoke alarms, alerting the family and allowing them to escape safely.
All five family members were taken to hospital as a precaution to be checked for smoke inhalation.
Jody McEachern, Head of Prevention at North Wales Fire and Rescue Service said: “Fires can be incredibly frightening and devastating experiences, especially when they happen in your own home. As a fire and rescue service, our priority is always to do everything we can to help keep people safe.
“This incident shows just how important smoke alarms are. That early warning made all the difference, allowing the family to escape before the fire could cause further harm.
“As the New Year begins, my thoughts are with this family. While we’re incredibly relieved that everyone got out safely, we also recognise the emotional and practical impact a house fire can have on those affected.
“Most fires in the home are accidental, which is why prevention is such a vital part of our work. By raising awareness and sharing safety advice, we hope to help prevent these incidents from happening in the first place.
“I would urge everyone to make sure they have working smoke alarms on every level of their home and to test them regularly. Also, make sure that you have a well practised escape plan. These simple steps can help protect you and the people you care about most.”
Further fire safety advice and the service’s “twelve top tips” can be found at: https://ow.ly/CIvJ50XR3A2
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