Electrical fault destroys house

A house in Chwilog, Wales was destroyed after a fire caused by an electrical fault in the electricity meter broke out.

Two crews and off road vehicles from Porthmadog, Blaenau Ffestiniog and Dolgellau were called to the incident at around 1.00am on 22nd February. The house was unoccupied at the time of the fire.

Glyn Jones from North Wales Fire and Rescue Service said: “This fire highlights the danger of electrical fires. They can strike anytime, anywhere. It’s important to be as prepared as possible in the event of fire, by ensuring that working smoke alarms are fitted in your home and that you have clear escape routes to enable you and your family to exit your home as quickly as possible. We would also appeal to residents to ensure that areas housing electrical items such as fuse boxes are kept clear of rubbish, papers or other combustible materials which could aid fire spread.”