Fire safety reminders issued after fire devastates three caravans in Holton Heath

Dorset & Wiltshire Fire & Rescue Service has reported that four fire engines, from Wareham, Poole and Hamworthy attended a caravan blaze at Holton Heath on 24 May and used hose reels and breathing apparatus to extinguish it.

Station manager Stuart Granger, who attended the incident said, “Fortunately, no one was hurt on this occasion, but if the fire had happened a few hours earlier, the outcome may have been very different. The caravan where the fire started and two others were totally destroyed.

“Caravans have limited escape options and, as they are made of lightweight and highly combustible fittings, a fire can spread very quickly. The warning a working smoke alarm gives can mean the difference between life and death. They are designed to detect fire in its early stages and can give you those precious few moments to get out safely.”

Stuart added, “I’d like to remind caravan users that maintaining a safe distance between caravans – including awnings – is really important as this can reduce the risk of a fire spreading. Crews from Wareham have been out visiting caravan and holiday parks in the local area to remind residents of these important safety precautions.”