Wednesday 4 November
22.59
Ernestville Road, Fishponds, Bristol
Three children have been taken to hospital after a fire at their
home.
Crews were called to the property and on arrival found a fire in
the first floor bedroom.
Two firefighters wearing breathing apparatus entered the
premises and tackled the fire using a high pressure hose reel. A
positive pressure ventilation fan was used to clear the smoke.
It’s thought the fire started accidentally after a lit candle
was knocked over.
Three children, aged one, two and three years old, were in the
house at the time. Two of the children were taken to hospital with
smoke inhalation and the other was suffering from burns to his
feet.
Avon Fire & Rescue Service would like to remind people to
take care when using candles and to always ensure they are
extinguished after use. Find out more in the safety leaflet -