Firefighters have issued a reminder of their electrical safety advice following a house fire on Durban Road in Tottenham.
Half of the first floor and parts of the loft space of the two-storey building were damaged by fire. Three people suffering smoke inhalation left the property before the arrival of the Brigade and were taken to hospital by London Ambulance Service.
The fire is believed to be accidental and caused by an electrical item.
A London Fire Brigade spokesperson said: “Overloaded sockets are one of the most common causes of electrical fires. Some electrical appliances use more power than others, so be mindful not to overload extension leads and always check that you’re using the right fuse for the plug.
“Power-hungry appliances such as kettles, toasters and microwaves, shouldn’t be on the same extension. It’s also important to fully unwind drum extension leads. If you leave them coiled, they can overheat and cause a fire.”
The Brigade's 999 Control Officers took over ten calls to the blaze. The Brigade was first called at 1854 and the fire was under control by 1951. Crews from Tottenham, Edmonton and Soho fire stations attended the scene.