A warning has been issued to parents after a fire gutted a house.
A TikTok user took to the social media platform to issue an important reminder after their home was ravaged by a blaze. Shocking footage shared by @smokemedia showed a home had been completely destroyed after a fire had ripped through a home.
However, the clip showed how one room remained entirely intact just because the door was closed, which prevented the fire from spreading. The video was overlapped with the text: "Close before you doze."
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The TikTok user urged people to close bedroom doors before going to sleep for the night. They added: "It could make a big difference."
Many parents flooded the comments and said they ensure their child's bedroom doors are closed at night.
Danielle said: "We sleep with doors closed and I have monitors in kids' rooms. All our fire alarms are wired together so if one goes off they all do. I hope you’re ok!"
Alexandra added: "My kid's door gets shut, mine stays open so I can listen for intruders and smell for smoke."
Janelle posted : "Always keep the door shut when sleeping so if a fire happens, you can have more time and even a better space getting out."
The advice is echoed by Merseyside Fire and Rescue service. A statement issued earlier this year said: "Be sure to close all internal doors at night as this will help to stop any fire or smoke from spreading should a fire occur."
The fire service shared tips for what people should do before going to bed to stay safe from fire.
- Close all internal doors
- Switch off and unplug electrical appliances unless they are designed to be left on
- Avoid charging electrical items like phones, tablets, e-cigarettes and laptops overnight
- Put candles and cigarettes out properly. Don’t smoke in bed
- Make sure exit routes are clear and keys are where everyone can find them
- Take your phone to bed with you so you can call for help in the event of an emergency.
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