Reference:
Request detail:
I am conducting research on behalf of the Institute of Occupational Safety &
Health ‘s (IOSH) Fire Risk Management Group into the number of car fires
that Shropshire Fire & Rescue Service attended between the years 01 January
1995 – 31 December 2023 (inclusive). I have particular interest in those
fires occurring within multi-storey car parks. I would be grateful if the
information could show:
• The type of fuel in the vehicle of origin (e.g., petrol, diesel, Hybrid
or electric)
• The number of cars affected by such fire in each year
• The number of fires that resulted in, and the degree of, injury in each
year
• Any reports following investigation into those fires.
Response detail:
Thank you for your Freedom of Information request. Please see attached excel document for the information requested. Please note there was only one incident where Multi storey car park was described. The fuel type was not recorded.
If you are unhappy with the way your request for information has been handled, you can complain or request an internal review of the decision. This must be done within 40 working days of receiving this response. You can do this by writing to the Assistant Chief Fire Officer, Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service, St. Michael’s Street, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY1 2HJ or email: enquiries@shropshirefire.gov.uk.
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