Bin men alert the fire service to blaze in Dovercourt
They called 999 after hearing smoke alarms yesterday morning
Last updated 18th Jan 2024
Firefighters are reminding us of the importance of having smoke alarms in our properties, after a woman escaped a blaze at her home in Dovercourt yesterday morning (January 17).
Essex County Fire and Rescue Service (ECFRS) were called at 6:42am to the terraced property in Grange Road, when refuse collectors called after hearing smoke alarms in the property whilst outside.
Just before firefighters arrived a woman escaped through a ground floor window, and was left in the care of the ambulance service.
Crews believe the fire was caused by a charger overheating.
Crew Manager Tom Jewell said: "Our firefighters worked hard to surround the fire, which was spreading quickly, before extinguishing it and ventilating the property.
“This incident highlights just how important smoke alarms are. Event if it doesn’t alert you, it will let others who are nearby know there is potentially an emergency and to call 999.
“Without a doubt it’s the best way you can protect your life from fire.
“The fire and smoke in this property spread very quickly because all internal doors were open; it’s important to close doors to all rooms when you’re not using them as it will help stop the spread of any potential fire.”