47283

AFA

Gravel Hill
Ludlow

Station ground: Ludlow

Saturday, 20 August, 2016 21:59

At 21:59 on Saturday, 20 August, 2016, SFRS Fire Control received a call reporting a fire classified as AFA in Ludlow.

1 fire appliance was mobilised from Ludlow.

Crews used the following equipment to tackle the fire:

  • Short extension ladder

Automatic fire alarm activation, crews were unable to gain access. They used a short extension ladder to make a visual inspection of the property and found no sign of smoke or fire. This incident was a false alarm caused by a fault

The stop message was received at Sat, 08/20/2016 - 22:23

Smoke alarms cost as little as £5 and are available at most DIY stores. It is recommended that smoke alarms should be fitted on the ceiling one per floor and they should be 30cm away from walls or light fittings (Usually top and bottom of stairs). Smoke alarms should be tested weekly by pressing the button to briefly activate the alarm. Change the battery once a year (unless it's a ten year alarm) and gently vacuum the alarm twice a year to remove dust from the sensors.

Issued by Fire Control at Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service. Telephone 01743 260290. Please check out our Twitter and Facebook accounts for other announcements.