Firefighters put out a blaze in a basement kitchen in Brighton on Monday afternoon (8 June).
East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service said: “Two fire engines from Preston Circus were mobilised to the address in Magdalene Street at 4.19pm.
“On arrival they found there to be a fire in the kitchen which was in the basement of the property.
“Firefighters used two breathing apparatus, one carbon dioxide extinguisher and one hose reel jet to tackle the flames.
“A positive pressure ventilation fan was used to clear the smoke from the property.
“The cause of the fire was found to be accidental due to cooking.
“East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service would like to remind the public to take care when cooking.
“More than half of accidental fires at home are started by cooking and many kitchen fires happen when people are not paying attention or they leave things unattended.”
