Firefighters were called to a serious blaze in Port Tennant on Sunday night after a candle sparked a fire inside a domestic property.
Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service (MAWWFRS) responded at 10.33pm on 3 August, with crews from Swansea Central, Swansea West and Port Talbot attending a two-storey semi-detached house.
The fire, which broke out in a first-floor bedroom, was described by crews as “well developed” on arrival. Bystanders outside the property feared someone may still be inside, prompting firefighters wearing breathing apparatus to enter and carry out a full search.
Crews used six breathing apparatus sets, two hose reel jets, thermal imaging cameras and an extension ladder to bring the fire under control. Fortunately, no casualties were found inside the property.
A joint response was led by MAWWFRS and South Wales Police, who helped manage the scene and secure the area.
Following the extinguishment of the blaze, fire investigators confirmed the cause was accidental — the result of an unattended candle left burning inside the property.
MAWWFRS said they strongly discourage the use of candles and urged residents to follow basic safety precautions if they choose to use them.
“Candles are an open flame and can cause devastation if left unattended or placed near flammable materials,” the service said.
Advice includes never leaving lit candles unattended, keeping flames away from children and pets, placing them on stable, heat-resistant surfaces and fully extinguishing before leaving a room.
