Don’t let a fire spoil your celebrations this christmas

This evening both fire crews from Bicester Fire Station along with a crew from Rewley Road attended this washer/tumble dryer on fire in a property in Bicester.

A family returning home were met with smoke alarms sounding and smoke coming from the property. Fortunately, they called 999 immediately and stay safe.

Crews wearing breathing apparatus tackled the fire which had been knocked back by a burst water pipe but caused significant smoke damage throughout.

Crews were able to help the family retrieve presents and items whilst they stay with family, but would like to highlight the importance of trying not to leave white goods unattended, and closing doors which significantly reduces the damage caused. Fortunately, everyone was safe and working smoke alarms showed how effective they are to raise the alarm.