All four people in the property were able to make it out of the house safely

A house fire that “destroyed” a bedroom and caused “serious damage” to the upstairs of the property is believed to have been started by a candle. Firefighters from Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue were called to the scene of a house fire in March.

When they arrived at the property, they found a bedroom fully engulfed in fire. Crews from March, Wisbech, and Chatteris helped to contain the fire.

The crews stopped the fire from spreading further and were able to extinguish it. There were four people in the property at the time of the fire but they were all able to make it out of the house before the crews arrived.

Station Commander Clive Allen said: “The fire is believed to have been caused by a curtain blowing onto a lit candle. We would like to remind people to always remain vigilant when lighting candles. Our advice for the safe use of candles is to never leave them unattended and keep them in a draught-free area away from curtains, furniture and other flammable surfaces. Alternatively, you could use LED candles as a safer option.

“Thankfully the occupants had working smoke alarms on each floor of the house which is exactly what we would advise people to warn you of a fire in your home. We also recommend you test all smoke alarms in your home once a month to ensure they are working properly. If you need a reminder to test your alarm, you can sign up to get an email from us every month to give you that nudge.”

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Firefighters took around five hours to extinguish the fire

Firefighters have provided an update on a house fire in a Cambridgeshire town. Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue were called to the incident in Heddon Way, St Ives, at around 8.20am on Friday (March 20).

Neighbours were asked to keep their windows and doors closed while the fire was dealt with, as smoke engulfed the air. At the time, a fire spokesperson said: “On Friday at 8.21am crews from Huntingdon, St Neots, Chatteris, Ely, and Cambridge, along with the turntable ladder, were called to a house fire on Heddon Way in St Ives.

“Firefighters arrived to find smoke issuing from the property. Wearing breathing apparatus, firefighters worked hard to extinguish the fire. There were no reported casualties.”

An update has now been provided on the cause of the fire. A fire spokesperson added: “The cause of the fire is believed to be accidental.”

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Neighbouring properties have been advised to keep windows and doors closed

People living in part of St Ives have been told to keep their windows and doors closed following a house fire in the Cambridgeshire town. Fire crews were called to a house fire on Heddon Way at 8.21am this morning (March 20).

A number of fire engines are in attendance and are working to extinguish the fire. Neighbouring properties have been advised to keep windows and doors closed. People have also been told to avoid the area as there are lots of fire engines in the area.

A spokesperson for Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Services said: “At 8.21am crews from Huntingdon, St Neots, Chatteris and Ely along with the turntable ladder were called to a house fire on Heddon Way in St Ives. Firefighters are still currently on scene working hard to extinguish the fire.”

In a warning to residents, a spokesperson for Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Services said: “Neighbouring properties are advised to keep windows and doors closed. There are a number of fire engines in attendance so please avoid the area.”

There have been no reported injuries.

Crews from Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service attended

Part of the A14 road was closed last night for more than five hours after a vehicle fire. The A14 eastbound between junction 23 and junction 24 was closed to allow for emergency resurfacing works following the vehicle fire.

Crews from Huntingdon, St Neots, and Cambridge were called to a vehicle fire at around 3pm on Thursday, March 5.

A spokesperson for Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service said: “Wearing breathing apparatus, firefighters used a hose reel to extinguish a fire involving a car. The crews returned to their stations by 4.40pm.”

The cause of the fire was confirmed to have been accidental.

At the time of the closure, National Highways East said: “The A14 in Cambridgeshire is CLOSED eastbound between J23 (Godmanchester) and J24 (Swavesey). This is to allow for emergency resurfacing works to take place following an earlier vehicle fire.”

Rob Foreman is set to run the half marathon wearing 20kg of PPE and breathing apparatus

A Cambridgeshire fire officer will be taking on the Cambridge Half Marathon on Sunday (March 8) – wearing 20kg of firefighting kit. Station Commander Rob Foreman is taking on the challenge to raise money for Magpas Air Ambulance.

A Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service (CFRS) spokesperson said: “He’s swapping sportswear for fire kit – and running the 13.1 mile race wearing CFRS fire kit – including personal protective equipment (PPE) and breathing apparatus, weighing around 20kg.”

Rob said: “I’m supporting Magpas because their specialist team saves lives every day, but they can only do it with public support. I’ve witnessed the incredible care Magpas provides at the toughest moments of people’s lives. They give people the very best chance of survival long before they reach a hospital.

“Running in full Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and breathing apparatus is my way of honouring their resilience and helping them continue their lifesaving work.”

He continued: “This challenge is about more than just endurance. Firefighting kit adds significant extra weight, traps heat, and makes every step tougher, but that’s the point. It’s a way of honouring the strength and resilience.”

Magpas Air Ambulance covers Cambridgeshire, Bedfordshire, and the East of England – a population of more than 10 million. The charity’s mission is to “save lives and limit disability by taking enhanced emergency care to patients in their moment of need”.

To support Rob, visit his donation page: Robert Foreman is fundraising for Magpas Air Ambulance.

The fire involved a large amount of refuse

Firefighters were called to a suspected arson attack on a former pub in a Cambridgeshire town. Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service were called to a fire at a building on Norfolk Street in Wisbech.

A crew from Wisbech attended the scene at 11.53pm on Tuesday, February 24. Firefighters arrived to find a fire involving a large quantity of refuse.

The firefighters used a hose reel to extinguish the fire. The crew had returned to their station by 12.30am.

A crime for arson has been raised with Cambridgeshire Police and an investigation in ongoing. Police are asking for anyone with information about the incident to come forward.

Anyone with information or CCTV footage can report it to the police through the force website using the reference 35/14874/26.

A Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service spokesperson said: “At 11.53pm on Tuesday (24) a crew from Wisbech was called to a fire in the open on Norfolk Street in Wisbech.

“Firefighters arrived to find a fire involving a large quantity of refuse. The crew used a hose reel to extinguish the fire and returned to their station by 12.30am.”

A spokesperson for Cambridgeshire Police said: “We received a report yesterday (26 February) of a fire at a building in Norfolk Street, Wisbech, on 24 February, at about 11.40pm.

“A crime of arson has been raised and an investigation is on-going.”

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The fire service was called to a main road in Cambridge with reports of a roof fire

A fire broke out at a property in Cambridge on Wednesday night (February 11). Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service were called to Elizabeth Way in Chesterton, Cambridge, at around 10:30pm with reports of a roof fire.

Firefighters from Cambridge and Cottenham attended and crews arrived to find a fire in the roof of a house. The fire ultimately affected three properties.

A spokesperson for Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service said: “We were called just after 10:30pm to reports of a roof fire on Elizabeth Way in Chesterton, Cambridge. Crews from Cambridge and Cottenham attended along with the aerial appliance and command unit.

“Firefighters arrived to find a fire in the roof of a house, which affected three properties. They used hose reels to extinguish the fire and a positive pressure ventilation fan to clear the smoke.

“A fire investigation will be carried out to determine the cause of the fire.”

A Cambridgeshire Police spokesperson said: “We were called at 10.41pm yesterday (11 February) with reports of a fire at a property in Elizabeth Way, Cambridge. Officers attended and the road was closed while fire crews tackled the blaze.

“An investigation into the cause of the fire is ongoing.”

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