Fuse Box Blaze Outside Ryde Surgery Sparks Fire Alert
On Monday afternoon, firefighters raced to the Esplanade in Ryde after a fire broke out in an external fuse box outside a local surgery.
Quick Thinking by Staff Prevents Major Damage
A sharp-eyed staff member spotted the flames licking the wooden backboard, caused by melted fuses and supply cables. They promptly alerted the emergency services.
Electricity Board Cuts Power to Stop Fire Spreading
Electricity Board crews arrived swiftly and isolated the faulty fuse box at a nearby substation, cutting off power to halt the blaze.
Experts Urge Homeowners to Check Fuse Boxes
The fire was doused using a dry powder extinguisher and a bucket of water. Fire chiefs warn that many homes use similar setups and urge everyone to check their consumer units for signs of charring or damage.
Don’t be a victim of a preventable fire – inspect your fuse boxes now!
