Firefighters have issued a warning over the use of candles after a fire in Greenford saw the first floor of a two-storey semi-detached house on Greenford Road damaged by fire.
One woman left the house before firefighters from the London Fire Brigade arrived and she was treated for smoke inhalation by medics from London Ambulance Service.
Four fire engines and around 25 firefighters from Southall, Ealing and Northolt fire stations attended the incident.
The fire, which occurred on 29 March 2024, is being treated as accidental and believed to have been caused by a candle.
A London Fire Brigade spokesperson said: “Candles are one of the most common causes of fire. It’s really important that you never leave a candle unattended and keep them away from anything else that can easily catch alight.”
London Fire Brigade candle safety tips:
- Don’t leave candles unattended
- Keep candles away from curtains, furniture and anything else that can catch fire.
- Keep loose clothing and hair away from candles when they are lit.
- Always place your candles/tea lights in a suitable fire resistant candleholder.
- Make sure the candleholder holds the candle firmly and is on a flat and stable surface to stop it falling over.
