Firefighters have issued a reminder of their BBQ safety advice following a house fire on Milton Way in West Drayton.
Most of the ground floor and a small part of the first floor of a terraced house were damaged by the fire along with a small part of the ground floor of a neighbouring house. A vehicle at the rear of the property was destroyed by the fire. There were no reports of any injuries.
The fire is believed to have been accidental and caused by a BBQ.
London Fire Brigade Assistant Commissioner for Prevention and Protection Craig Carter said: “Of course we want everyone to be able to enjoy the weather but this has to be done safely.
"If you are having a barbecue, never leave it unattended and be careful where it’s positioned. Aim for level ground and keep barbecues well away from anything flammable like sheds, fences, trees or tents."
"Don’t be tempted to barbecue on your balcony either. Balconies can contain combustible materials which can pose a risk to those barbecuing and others living nearby.
"Disposable barbecues pose a significant fire risk if they are not used appropriately and put out properly, while the heat can be retained for many hours even after a barbecue has been put out.
"We’re asking people not to take disposable barbecues with them to parks or open spaces as they can cause grass fires, especially in hot weather when the ground is dry. These fires are unpredictable and can spread rapidly, causing a significant amount of damage.
"Many of London’s parks and open spaces have bans in place on disposable barbecues, which are enforced by the relevant local authority. You can find more details about public space protection orders on your local authority’s website.
Control Officers took the first of 18 calls regarding the fire at 1450 and the fire was under control by 1601. Crews from Hayes, Heathrow, Southall and surrounding fire stations attended the scene.