A fire damaged part of a ground-floor bedroom in a two-storey terraced house. Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus rescued one man from the blaze. He received treatment at the scene.
Firefighters Heroically Rescue Man from House Fire
The small but dangerous fire broke out in a bedroom on the ground floor. Thanks to quick action by the fire crew, the man trapped inside was saved without serious injury.
Simple Safety Tips to Avoid House Fires
- Use sturdy ashtrays that won’t tip over and always stub out cigarettes fully.
- Empty ashtrays carefully. Make sure all smoking materials are cold and ideally wet before disposing of them—never use a wastepaper basket.
