Faulty charger blamed for house fire

Wednesday, 15 July 2026 12:05

By MônFM Newsroom

A faulty charger is believed to have been the cause of a house fire in Bethel.

Three crews from Caernarfon, Bangor and Colwyn Bay were called to the scene at around 3.05pm on Tuesday afternoon.

Nobody was injured but the blaze caused total fire and smoke damage to the property.

A crowdfunding campaign set up in aid of the family who lived at the house has already raised around £8,750 in less than 24 hours.

North Wales Fire and Rescue Service (NWFRS) said the fire was "a reminder that electrical fires can happen at any time".

A NWFRS spokesperson said: "Chargers can become very hot, so never leave items charging unattended or for long periods. Always switch off the charger at the plug, even when it is not connected to a device."

"Do not mix and match chargers or use aftermarket versions; always use the charger supplied with the device."

"Follow the manufacturer’s instructions when using electrical items and switch them off and unplug them before going to bed."

"Be prepared for a fire by ensuring you have working smoke alarms in your home and keeping escape routes clear so you and your family to exit your home as quickly as possible."