Avon Fire and Rescue has issued a warning after a fire broke out in the utility room of a home in Knowle.
Crews from Bedminster Fire Station were called to Novers Road at 5.23pm on April 19 to reports a fire had broken out in the utility room of a two-storey terraced house.
Two sets of breathing apparatus, two hose reels, one jet and a CO2 extinguisher were used in order to tame the blaze, with a positive pressure ventilation fan used to clear the property of smoke.
It was also confirmed the British Red Cross attended the scene of the incident in order to provide welfare for the occupants.
The cause of the fire is believed to have been accidental.
In the wake of the fire, the service have issued a reminder about the safe use of electrical equipment in the home.
A spokesperson said: "Unless an appliance is specifically designed to be left switched on - such as a fridge or freezer - ensure all appliances are switched off before leaving the house or going to bed.
"Ensure that all appliances have a British or European safety mark.
"Also, make sure that electrical sockets and extension leads are not over-loaded.
"Smoke alarms give you and your family early warning that you may have a fire and give you vital seconds to leave the property."
