Fire crews from Swansea Central and Morriston were called at 12.27am on Monday, November 10, after a tumble dryer was reported to be well alight in an outbuilding on Llangorse Road.
Using a hose reel jet, firefighters quickly brought the blaze under control before deploying a thermal imaging camera to check for hotspots and a positive pressure ventilation fan to clear smoke. Crews left the scene just over an hour later, at 1.34am, and visited neighbouring properties to hand out home fire safety advice.
Inside the outbuilding, the charred remains of the tumble dryer stood among blackened walls and smoke‑stained debris — a stark reminder of how quickly everyday household appliances can become a serious fire hazard.
There were no reports of any injuries or anyone being taken to hospital.
Fire service warning
Following the incident, Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service reminded householders of the dangers posed by tumble dryers and other white goods.
A spokesperson said:
“We urge people never to leave appliances unattended — don’t turn your tumble dryer on before you leave the house or go to bed. Tumble dryers contain powerful motors with fast‑moving parts that get very hot.
Don’t overload your machine, don’t put in items that have soaked up flammable liquids, and don’t ignore warning signs such as a burning smell or clothes that feel unusually hot at the end of a cycle.”
