Fire crews called to significant blaze in Poole

The property fire was attended by crews from Poole and Westbourne

Author: Oliver MorganPublished 1st Jul 2025

Fire crews were called to a significant blaze in Poole earlier this morning (1 July).

The property fire was attended by crews from Poole and Westbourne.

Sharing details of the incident, officers added: "Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus extinguished a fire involving a dehumidifier in a property while the occupiers were out and ventilated to clear the smoke.

"There was significant fire and smoke damage to the property.

"Crews isolated the electrical supply to the premises and were on scene until just after 7.30am.

"For more home safety electrical advice visit the Dorset & Wiltshire Fire Service electrical safety site."

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