Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service has issued a warning following a destructive shed fire in Ashfield. During the early hours of Monday, June 4, firefighters from Ashfield Fire Station responded to reports of a fire in Huthwaite.
The fire had spread to a neighbours property and was extinguished using 1 hose reel jet. Breaking in gear and a thermal imaging camera was also used to help put out the blaze.
The cause of the fire is unknown at this time. However, the fire service issued a reminder to people to ensure that flames are put out if they are having a bonfire or barbecue.
Picture from Ashfield Fire Station showed the devastating effect that the fire had on the shed.
A Facebook post from Ashfield Fire Station read: "During the early hours of yesterday morning Firefighters from Ashfield Fire Station responded to a shed fire in Huthwaite. The fire had spread to a neighbours property and was extinguished using 1 hose reel jet. Breaking in gear and a thermal imaging camera was also used.
"The cause of the fire is unknown, however we would like to remind everyone to ensure that when they go into their homes after having a Bonfire, BBQ etc that all flames are out and no heat left in the ashes.
"Keeping our communities safe."
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