Somerset County Council and Somerset Fire Brigade are encouraging Burnham-On-Sea residents to get their electric blankets tested at a free electric blanket testing event in the town.
Some 40% of all electric blankets are unsafe, according to the fire service, making a check vital.
Burnham residents will be able to receive free advice and have their blankets tested from 9am-5pm on Friday 5th May at Burnham-On-Sea Fire Station in Marine Drive.
To make a booking call Somerset Direct on 0845 345 9188.
Cllr Jim Mochnacz, Community Safety Portfolio Holder, said: “These events provide a great opportunity for people to find out more about fire safety and how they can minimise the risks in their homes. This type of preventative work is essential in helping to make Sedgemoor a safer place to live.”
Community Safety Officer, Chris Snook, added: “It’s all free, so if you or your elderly friends or relatives want their blankets tested free book an appointment now.”
As the evenings start to warm up, the Fire Service is keen that residents get blankets tested and understand how to properly store them.
Our photo shows Community Safety Officer Chris Snook and Simon Johnson from Taunton Fire Protection with a burnet electric blanket.
