Fire Breaks Out in London Salon – No Injuries Reported
A fire damaged part of a ground-floor salon in a terraced shop with flats above. Thankfully, no one was hurt in the blaze.
Electrical Fault Blamed for Late-Night Blaze
The London Fire Brigade believes the fire was accidental, caused by an electrical fault inside a treatment chair. Firefighters from West Hampstead and Hendon rushed to the scene after receiving a call at 11.50pm. The fire was fully extinguished by 12.49am.
“Always follow manufacturers’ instructions when using electrical items, and we would advise not leaving them unattended,” said a London Fire Brigade spokesperson.
Keep Your Home and Salon Safe: Tips to Avoid Electrical Fires
- Watch out for overloaded extension cords, cheap chargers, and faulty white goods – common fire risks.
- Only buy electrical products with British or European safety marks.
- Keep appliances clean and in proper working order.
- Never use counterfeit chargers for lithium-ion batteries and avoid leaving phones or laptops charging overnight.
- Turn off hair straighteners when not in use and place them on a heatproof surface to cool.
- Always check you’re using the correct fuse; if uncertain, consult a fuse guide.
- Fully unwind cable drum extension leads to prevent overheating and don’t overload extension leads.
- Register white goods to receive safety recall alerts that could save your life.
