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Chimney Safety Tips from Lancashire Fire & Rescue Service

Many people in Lancashire use open fires or log burners fitted to traditional chimneys. If you have a chimney, it’s vital that you keep it clean and in good working condition. Failure to maintain yours can result in a fire or other damage to your property. This advice can help you stay safe:

Actively maintain your chimney every year.

Burn only legal fuel materials, not household waste.

Take care when sweeping ashes so they don’t spread.

Allow ashes to cool thoroughly before binning them.

Check your upstairs and loft space frequently in case of smoke egress from the flue.

If you have a chimney fire, get out, stay out, and call us out via 999.

Do not try to put the fire out yourself.

The National Association of Chimney Sweeps offers a handy online tool to help you find a local chimney sweep.

Don’t wait until it’s too late! Protect your home and loved ones by following these essential chimney safety tips.

For more information or to book a Home Fire Safety Check, visit www.lancsfirerescue.org.uk/chimney-safety

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