Incident Overview:
- Location: A flat in Molineux Road, Minster, Ramsgate.
- Emergency Response: Kent Fire and Rescue Service responded to a tumble dryer fire.
Firefighting Efforts:
- Resources Deployed: Two fire engines were dispatched to the scene.
- Action Taken: Firefighters, equipped with breathing apparatus, extinguished the flames using hose reel jets. A high-pressure ventilation fan was used to clear smoke from the property.
Casualties and Precautions:
- Smoke Inhalation: Two individuals affected by minor smoke inhalation were cared for by SECAmb paramedics.
- Safety Measures: The incident serves as a reminder to ensure appliances like tumble dryers are in good working order and used according to manufacturer guidelines.
Fire Cause and Prevention Tips:
- Cause: The fire is believed to have been accidental.
- Prevention Advice:
- Ensure appliances are maintained and used as per the manufacturer’s instructions.
- Operate such appliances only when at home and awake.
- Install working smoke alarms on each floor of the property for early detection.
The incident underscores the importance of appliance safety and regular maintenance to prevent similar fires. The quick response from Kent Fire and Rescue Service averted a potentially more serious situation.
