Fire services warn of dryer fire risk. Never leave unattended, especially overnight. A family escaped a recent kitchen fire.
Fire services often warn about dryer dangers. They say never leave dryers alone. Don’t run them overnight either. They pose a big fire risk.
Dryers cause more fires than washers. South Wales Fire Service says dryers cause 57% of appliance fires. The risk is highest when dryers run unattended. For instance, when you’re out or asleep.
Ian McIntosh saw a dryer fire firsthand. He arrived to a smoke-filled house. Firefighters put out the dryer fire in the kitchen.
A mother and five kids escaped unharmed. They saw the smoke and got out. The kitchen was badly damaged by fire. Smoke damage spread throughout the house.
The family had to move out temporarily. The fire started around 10:30 pm. They could have been asleep. The fire could have been deadly.
Welsh fire services want you to reduce fire risks. These tips work across the UK.
Do not overload sockets. Dryers need their own 13-amp socket. Watch for scorch marks and burns. Check all visible electrical wires.
Never leave dryers unattended. Don’t run them when you’re out. Avoid running them before bed too. Dryers have strong motors. Their parts move fast and get hot.