Three fire crews were called to tackle a West Cumbrian house blaze caused by an electric golf trolley.
Fire engines from Maryport, Workington and Aspatria were called to the house Maryport at around 7.50am yesterday, June 5.
Crews were greeted by the owner who confirmed everyone was out of the property and an electric golf trolley had been charging overnight.
Crews extinguished the blaze using four breathing apparatus, two hose reel jets and a positive pressure fan.
Workington Fire Station said fires involving lithium ion batteries were becoming more common and issued advice for people using them.
Advice for charging lithium ion batteries
- Never charge the item inside the property if you are not present.
- Never charge the item overnight when you are in bed.
- Do not charge the item in an area that will compromise your escape, for example the hallway.
- Always ensure you have working smoke alarms on each floor of your property, to give you an early warning if there is a fire.
- Always ensure you follow the manufacturers guidance and use a charger designed for the item.
