Fire service issue warning following Shropshire chip pan fire
Nobody was injured in the blaze believed to be caused by unattended cooking
Last updated 27th May 2025
Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service has issued a warning to the public following a serious fire caused by a chip pan in Market Drayton.
Crews were called this incident on 15th May. Firefighters from Hodnet, Market Drayton, Newport and Prees attended and tackled the blaze using four breathing apparatus, two hose real jets, one main jet and one covering jet.
They were assisted at the scene by the ambulance service, no injuries were reported.
The blaze was believed to be caused by unattended cooking.
Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service Prevention Officer, Barry Plant said: “Having working smoke alarms and shutting the living room door stopped the fire from creating more damage, as can be seen in the video.
"In the case of a house fire exit the property and call 999 immediately. Never try to tackle the fire yourself.
"To help prevent house fires we recommend that you never leave cooking unattended, ensure that you have working smoke alarms, keep doors shut at night and when you leave the house.”