The fire tore through the property’s kitchen, destroying all that was inside, including a refrigerator and cooker
The fire has completely gutted the kitchen(Image: Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service)
This is the damage that was caused after a devastating tumble dryer fire took hold. The fire service attended a semi-detached property on Saturday night to bring the flames under control.
The blaze had also spread to a neighbouring home. Crews from three fire stations attended the scene, using equipment including two hose reel jets to extinguish the fire.
As pictures show, the fire tore through the property’s kitchen, destroying all that was inside, including a refrigerator and cooker. A doorway was also completely destroyed. For the biggest stories in Wales first sign up to our daily newsletter here.
Another view of the damage(Image: Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service)
Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service said the fire happened in the Bronllys area of Brecon.
A statement read: “At 6.22pm on Saturday, January 24, the Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service crews from Talgarth, Brecon and Crickhowell fire stations were called to an incident at Bronllys in Brecon.
“The crews responded to a fire within a semi-detached domestic property. Crews utilised four breathing apparatus sets, two hose reel jets, thermal imaging cameras, one triple extension ladder, one positive pressure ventilation fan and small tools to extinguish the fire.
“The fire had spread to a neighbouring property. After extinguishing the fire, Firefighters entered the property’s loft space to check and eliminate any remaining hot spots.
“The fire originated in the property’s kitchen and was caused accidentally by a tumble dryer.”
The blaze also tore through a doorway at the property(Image: Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service)
The fire service has now issued a reminder on tumble dryer and white goods safety.
It said: “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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