Fire crews urge caution when saving on energy bills

Firefighters across Sussex are urging people not to compromise on safety to save money on energy bills.

Crews have attended a number of candle fires recently, with more people turning to them so they can keep the heating off and save money during the cost of living crisis.

Anyone lighting candles is asked to keep the naked flame away from flammable materials and to keep them in proper holders.

Nicki Peddle, Head of Prevention, said: “If you’re thinking about saving money, please don’t compromise your safety in doing so. As a service we’re urging the public to be cautious when using candles, log burners and open fires to reduce the risk of harm.

“Smoke alarms are always the best line of defence for fire protection and they’re absolutely vital if you’re making use of cheap rate off-peak electricity. We understand this is a difficult time for many and we encourage people to keep themselves safe by always following our safety advice."

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