Telford fire prompts warning on electrical devices

Shropshire Fire and Rescue are reminding people to be extra careful with electrical items after a serious fire in Telford over the weekend caused significant damage to a home.

On Sunday, November 30, at about 1.15pm, crews in Telford attended a fire on Woodside involving damaged electrical wires. The incident was one of two serious property blazes the service dealt with over the weekend. The first was in Ditherington, Shrewsbury, and was caused by an incompatible charger.

Alec Thomas, Group Manager for Prevention and Protection, said: “These incidents serve as a stark reminder to always buy electricals from reputable retailers, ensure the chargers and cables you’re using are right for the appliance and that all of the electricals are in good repair.”

He added that a “significant amount of damage has been caused to both properties” and urged people to follow the fire service’s electrical safety advice to avoid an incident in their home.

For more information on electrical fire safety, residents can visit the Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service website.