Sunlight Through Glass Object Sparks Blaze in Basingstoke Homes
A fire that spread to two properties on Dorset Crescent in Basingstoke was caused by sunlight refracting through a glass object, firefighters have confirmed.
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The incident occurred at around 4pm on Saturday afternoon when Hampshire & Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service were called to a fence fire that had rapidly spread to adjoining homes.
Firefighting Response
Crews from Basingstoke fire station responded swiftly. Firefighters, wearing breathing apparatus, used hose reel jets to tackle the flames and prevent further spread.
Glass objects can magnify and refract sunlight, creating intense heat and increasing the risk of accidental fires in or around your property.”
No injuries were reported, but residents are being urged to review fire safety precautions, especially with temperatures expected to remain high.
