56062

AFA

Bowling Green Way
Much Wenlock

Station ground: Much Wenlock

Sunday, 20 August, 2017 23:11

At 23:11 on Sunday, 20 August, 2017, SFRS Fire Control received a call reporting a fire classified as AFA in Much Wenlock.

1 fire appliance was mobilised from Much Wenlock.

False alarm caused by accidental operation of test button on domestic smoke alarm

The stop message was received at Sun, 08/20/2017 - 23:25

Smoke alarms cost as little as £5 and are available at most DIY stores. It is recommended that smoke alarms should be fitted on the ceiling one per floor and they should be 30cm away from walls or light fittings (Usually top and bottom of stairs). Smoke alarms should be tested weekly by pressing the button to briefly activate the alarm. Change the battery once a year (unless it's a ten year alarm) and gently vacuum the alarm twice a year to remove dust from the sensors.

Issued by Fire Control at Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service. Telephone 01743 260290. Please check out our Twitter and Facebook accounts for other announcements.