Thousands of household fires are caused every year through misuse or faults with electrical appliances – often it’s because of things like old food and fat build-up on cookers or not clearing the toaster crumb tray.

If you’re worried or want more information, contact the Electrical Safety Council: www.esc.org.uk.

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