A DEVASTATING fire ripped through a family home after lint in a TUMBLE DRYER burst into flames.
The blaze complete gutted the garage of the property in Oxford and left belongings in cinders.
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The fire was reportedly started by a build up of lint in a tumble dryer, causing extensive damage to the property Credit: Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue
A shocking picture of the charred tumble dryer was released by Aylesbury Fire Station with a warning to check lint build-up in machines.
Poor maintenance can result lint building up and blocking vents, which can get hot while the appliance is in use and catch fire.
It's recommended that you clean the lint out of your tumble dryer after each use with towels reportedly producing the most.
Fire services are urging homeowners to check their drawers daily, as a build up is one of the most common causes of household fires.
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Fire crews managed to put out the blaze in Oxford quickly but much of the property was left with extensive damange.
However, thankfully there were no injuries as a result of the fire.
Incident Commander, Dave King, said: “Luckily, no one was injured in this fire.
"I would urge owners to ensure they clear the lint filters of their tumble dryers before every use,
"And never use a tumble dryer during the night when you are asleep.”
Signs that your tumble dryer is not properly ventilated
If your tumble dryer is not ventilated or blocked up by lint it could mean there is a significant risk of fire.
Clothes take a very long time to dry, especially heavy articles of clothing such as towels or jeans Clothes feel hotter than usual at the end of the cycle The flapper on the vent hood remains closed when the dryer is on The outside of the dryer is hotter than usual There is a burning smell when drying clothes
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The fire has resulted in the significant loss of contents and extensive damage to the double garage Credit: Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue 3
Oxfordshire Fire Services responded to the 999 call, and stopped the blaze before it spread to neighbouring homes Credit: Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue We pay for your stories!
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