Devon Fire Prompts Safety Advice from Experts

There's nothing quite like the notion of a roaring fireplace on a chilly winter night. The crackling sounds of a fire are the soundtrack for a nearly endless list of movie scenes.

The Berwyn Fire Company warns that there are some sounds you never want to hear coming from your fireplace or chimney.

"A chimney fire in action can be impressive. It has been described variously as creating a loud cracking and popping noise, dense smoke, and an intense smell. Chimney fires can burn explosively – noisy and dramatic enough to be detected by neighbors or people passing by. Flames or dense smoke may shoot from the top of the chimney. Homeowners report being startled by a low rumbling sound that reminds them of a freight train or a low flying airplane."

In the wake of a devastating house fire earlier this week in Devon the Berwyn Fire Company has posted an article with important information about steps you can take to help reduce the risk of a house fire.

Click here to read the article on the Berwyn Fire Company's website.