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Fire service's chimney safety plea after flat fire

News imageEssex County Fire & Rescue Service A large red and yellow fire appliance, with a huge crane extension attached to it, is in the road. Terraced houses are in the background. It is dark and street lights are on.Essex County Fire & Rescue Service
Crews said no-one was injured during the incident in Halstead High Street

Firefighters have reminded people to get their chimneys swept regularly following a flat fire.

Crews were called to the blaze in the first-floor apartment in High Street, Halstead, at about 19:00 BST on Wednesday.

The Essex fire service said it managed to contain the flames to the fireplace and living room and no-one was injured.

Station manager Steve Byrne said anyone with an open fire or wood burner should ensure their chimney was swept regularly by a qualified chimney sweep, and should only burn suitable dry materials.

"Regular maintenance and good fire safety habits can prevent chimney fires and keep your home safe," he said.

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