Date: 6th December, 2022
Time: 15.18
Description: A fire crew was sent to a report of an alarm activation at a residential premises in Wool. On arrival crews discovered a small fire involving a pan on a cooker hob. The pan was removed from the heat source and firefighters used natural ventilation to clear slight smoke logging. Safety advice was given to the occupier. This incident highlights the importance of having working smoke alarms, as well as taking care in the kitchen. Never leave cooking unattended. o keep your smoke alarms in good working order, you should:
- Test them regularly (ideally once a week but at least monthly), by pressing the test button until the alarm sounds.
- Change the batteries once a year (unless mains powered or fitted with a ten year battery).
- Replace the whole unit every ten years.
- Clean your smoke alarms every three months by using the soft brush of your vacuum cleaner to remove any excess dust.
Location: Hyde Place, Wool, Wareham, UK
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