BOAT owners in Stourport are being warned about the dangers of boat fires.
The warning is being reinforced by firefighters during boat fire safety week which runs until Sunday, with fire safety officers visiting a number of locations in Worcestershire, including Stourport basins.
Boat fires are rare, but each year people are injured and, in some cases, killed, as a result of onboard fires, explosions and carbon monoxide poisoning.
Watch Commander Darren Packwood said: “Although boat fires are less common than fires on land, they can have devastating consequences when they break out.
“Boats are often in remote locations with difficult access and fires can take hold very quickly.
“Working smoke alarms make a difference to the outcome of fires on boats. All boats with overnight accommodation ought to have suitable smoke alarms fitted.
“Anyone with concerns about alarms, or fire safety in general, should contact us on 0800 032 1155 for a free boat fire risk check. We are here to make sure your boat is as fire safe as possible.”
For further information about general boating fire safety, visit boatsafetyscheme.com/fire
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