A fire investigation has found that lithium-ion battery failure within a laptop left on charge overnight caused a fire that left a Woodthorpe home destroyed.
Around 3.35am on 26 June 2023 we were called to a house fire on The Crescent in Woodthorpe, Nottingham.
Smoke alarms sounded meaning that the family of four had a chance to escape without injury. Had smoke alarms not been installed or working, the consequences could have been devastating.
Beth Hayman, Fire Investigation Officer, said: “This is a very devastating incident in which a family lost their house and belongings.
“I urge everyone not to continuously charge electrical devices and to ensure they are switched off at the wall socket overnight. When charging devices ensure they are charged using the manufactured product from the device provider.
“Fortunately, due to the working smoke alarms within the property, the family managed to escape to safety. Make sure you test your regularly as they save lives.”
Anyone unable to consider the fire risk in their home, is asked to arrange a free Safe and Well visit through the Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service website.
• Family saved by smoke alarms after fire destroys Nottingham home