27/03/2026
This afternoon Snaith Fire Station attended a house fire caused by sunlight reflecting off a glass ornament in the window. Fortunately fire damage was limited and smoke was ventilated by crews.
To prevent these kind of fires keep glass ornaments, mirrors, and crystals away from windows or direct sunlight. Move concave items such as shaving mirrors into shaded areas and check crystal decorations that act as magnifying lenses. Use curtains or blinds during peak sun hours even when the sunlight doesn't seem strong.