Smoke alarm saves house owner from kitchen blaze (From Warrington Guardian)

Smoke alarm saves house owner from kitchen blaze

FIREFIGHTERS are urging people to take up their offer of free smoke alarms.

It was an alarm that averted a potentially bad fire on Friday.

At 10.30pm a faulty ignition switch on the gas hob at a house on Evelyn Street, Orford, ignited a pizza box that had been placed on top of the hob.

The householder, alerted by the smoke alarm, extinguished the small fire using a wet towel.

A fire spokesman said: "Carelessness in kitchens can lead to serious consequences.

"Faulty appliances are also a potential hazard and should be examined and replaced.

"Fire home safety visits are available for all householders with free smoke alarms from the fire service."

For a free home fire safety check call 639129.