North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service highlighted today that built-up soot in unmaintained flues accounts for a high proportion of rural property blazes during autumn and winter.
Fire officers strongly advise homeowners across Wensleydale, Swaledale, and Wharfedale to hire certified sweeps and test carbon monoxide alarms in rooms with solid-fuel stoves.
Free home fire safety assessments can be booked directly through the fire service website today.