A house fire on Sussex Road in Southall was tackled by six fire engines and approximately 40 firefighters.

The incident resulted in damage to part of the ground floor of a terraced house. Fortunately, a woman left the building before the Fie Brigade's arrival and received on-site assessment by London Ambulance Service crews.

The fire is believed to have been accidental, originating from a candle placed too close to combustible materials.

A spokesperson for the London Fire Brigade emphasized the common risk associated with candles, stressing the importance of never leaving them unattended and ensuring a safe distance from flammable items.

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The Fire Brigade recommends using their online Home Fire Safety Checker to make sure there are no hidden hazards in your home.

"The online tool will ask you a series of questions that will help us work out the level of risk in your home, or the home of someone you care for. It only takes a few minutes to get tailored advice to keep yourself and loved ones safe from fire."

The incident was reported at 15:15, and by 16:37, the fire was under control. Fire crews from Southall, Hayes, Ealing, and Heston fire stations attended the scene.