19/03/2025
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Paws for thought 🐾
We’re issuing a warning about the risk of lens fires, following a dog rescue yesterday.
At 3.50pm we were called to a report of a house fire in Sunderland Bridge in Croxdale.
The first crew was at the scene within four minutes of the call-out.
After a quick assessment, the crew forced entry into the property and were met with a fire in the home’s master bedroom, with the bed well alight.
While firefighters wearing breathing apparatus tackled the fire, the Watch Manger rescued Harvey, the 10-year-old Beagle, bringing him outside to safety.
Upon investigation, the fire is believed to have been caused by two mirrors reflecting against each other in the sun.
While it is very rare for this to happen, with lighter nights and sunnier days making an appearance, we ask that people give extra thought to where you place your mirrors and other glass ornaments – more advice is available on our website 💻
💙We also want to take this opportunity to thank Spennymoor and Durham Blue Watches who attended the call-out, for their swift arrival, fast actions and expert dog handling skills!
After the fire was extinguished and the owner’s given specialist after the fire advice, our firefighters made sure to give brave Harvey all the fuss and attention he deserved.
And don't worry - Harvey is safe and well and being spoiled by his loving owners.
And while we have your attention, we would be really grateful it if you could tell us what you think of our Service by filling out the survey below - your feedback matters👇
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