On Saturday night, six fire engines and approximately 40 firefighters
responded to a fire at an outbuilding on Hounslow Avenue in Hounslow
Fire destroyed a single-story detached outbuilding. The fire also damaged a
portion of another outbuilding and two rear adjoining outbuildings. Before
the Brigade arrived, a man left the building and was treated on the scene.
The fire is thought to have been caused by the improper disposal of smoking
materials.
“We’d rather you didn’t smoke at all, but if you do, it’s absolutely
critical you ensure your cigarette is completely out when you’ve finished
smoking it,” a London Fire Brigade spokesperson said.
“If you don’t, you risk starting a fire that will not only destroy your
property but will also cost you your life.”
The Fire service was called at 9.27pm, and the fire was out by 10.26pm.
Firefighters from Heston, Feltham, Twickenham, and other nearby stations
responded.
Tips from firefighters on smoking safety
Use proper ashtrays that cannot tip over and properly stub cigarettes out.
Never leave unattended lit pipes or cigarettes.
It is safer to smoke outside, but make sure cigarettes are properly
discarded.
Avoid balancing cigars or cigarettes on the edge of an ashtray or anything
else; they can tip and fall as they burn away, causing a fire.
Take extra precautions if you’re tired, taking prescription drugs, or have
consumed alcohol.
Always empty ashtrays with care. Before disposing of smoking materials,
make sure they are out, cold, and preferably wet – never use a wastepaper
basket.
responded to a fire at an outbuilding on Hounslow Avenue in Hounslow
Fire destroyed a single-story detached outbuilding. The fire also damaged a
portion of another outbuilding and two rear adjoining outbuildings. Before
the Brigade arrived, a man left the building and was treated on the scene.
The fire is thought to have been caused by the improper disposal of smoking
materials.
“We’d rather you didn’t smoke at all, but if you do, it’s absolutely
critical you ensure your cigarette is completely out when you’ve finished
smoking it,” a London Fire Brigade spokesperson said.
“If you don’t, you risk starting a fire that will not only destroy your
property but will also cost you your life.”
The Fire service was called at 9.27pm, and the fire was out by 10.26pm.
Firefighters from Heston, Feltham, Twickenham, and other nearby stations
responded.
Tips from firefighters on smoking safety
Use proper ashtrays that cannot tip over and properly stub cigarettes out.
Never leave unattended lit pipes or cigarettes.
It is safer to smoke outside, but make sure cigarettes are properly
discarded.
Avoid balancing cigars or cigarettes on the edge of an ashtray or anything
else; they can tip and fall as they burn away, causing a fire.
Take extra precautions if you’re tired, taking prescription drugs, or have
consumed alcohol.
Always empty ashtrays with care. Before disposing of smoking materials,
make sure they are out, cold, and preferably wet – never use a wastepaper
basket.
