Firefighters have issued a fireworks warning following a balcony fire at a flat on Peckham High Street in Peckham on Sunday night.
Part of a six roomed flat on the third floor and a balcony on the fourth floor above were damaged by the fire. Thankfully, there were no reports of any injuries.
The Brigade’s 999 Control Officers took 11 calls to the fire.
The fire is believed to be accidental and caused by a stray firework. A London Fire Brigade spokesperson said: “We encourage people to attend organised fireworks displays instead of using fireworks privately, but if you do choose to use fireworks, make sure you have enough space, buy them from a reputable, licensed seller and always look for a CE mark to make sure they’re safe. Never drink alcohol and set off fireworks and don’t throw fireworks or return to a firework once it has been lit.
“Remember that fireworks are explosives, and as such should be treated with respect and only used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and the Firework Code.”
The Brigade was called at 2014 and the fire was under control by 2048. Four fire engines and around 25 firefighters News Cross, Brixton and Greenwich fire stations attended the scene.
The cause of the fire is accidental and believed to be caused by a firework landing on a balcony.