House fire on South Street

[Lucy]

There's already an article up on the BBC about that. Went past about 11.45 this morning, there were 3 engines there.

 

[highguyuk]

News story for those interested:
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/staffordshire/8437128.stm

 

[age'd parent]

I saw that fire yesterday too, wasn't it the old Robert Peel pub on the corner of Peel street?

 

[tek-monkey]

Is that the one they just finished turning into flats?

 

[age'd parent]

yes, the wife says its flats, no more details tho'

 

[Tumble weed]

Is that the one they just finished turning into flats?

No, they're further down the road.

I was one of the first ones there frantically banging on the neighbours doors to make sure no one was in. Tragic It was also on Central News yesterday.

Did make me think that it's time to get some smoke alarms in my house though.

 

[shoes]

I would definitely recommend a handful of smoke alarms Tumble Weed. And I hope you never have to use them!

 

[gilbert grape]

The fire was on the corner of South Street & Russell Street. Old dear who kept herself to herself and never did anybody any harm. R I P

 

[Andreas Rex]

The fire was on the corner of South Street & Russell Street. Old dear who kept herself to herself and never did anybody any harm. R I P

Very sad indeed. It was the house which is split into 2 as GG says. R.I.P.

 

[db]

poor ol' dear, bless her

fire not suspicious, apparently: http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/staffordshire/8439126.stm

 

[Big Pete]

I live next door to the lady who died and find the whole incident extremely upsetting.

I'd lived next door to the lady involved for over 6 years but I reckon I only spoke to her 3 or 4 times. She was very friendly but also a very private person who liked to keep herself to herself. I never knew too much about her but my thoughts are with her friends and family at this time.

I wasn't at home at the time of the incident as I'd spent New Year over at my sister's place in Ashbourne, and knew nothing about what had occured until I found South Street blocked off on my return on Friday evening.

I'd like to thank everyone involved, especially my neighbours and the emergency services who took the time to ensure there was noone in my house. I have thought about all the "what if" scenarios had I been at home. Yes, there is damage to my home but I'm grateful things aren't worse, and believe everyone's thoughts should be with the friends and family of the deceased.

 

[Andreas Rex]

Grace & Dean @ The Railway are doing a collection for a wreath, so if you're popping in for a pint pop your change into the jar.

 

[trenchfoot]

Did make me think that it's time to get some smoke alarms in my house though.

If you want a couple of free ones give the station a bell and they'll come and fit them for free.
There is a freephone no that I can't remember but just ring the station direct

01785 898100

 

[db]

Did make me think that it's time to get some smoke alarms in my house though.

If you want a couple of free ones give the station a bell and they'll come and fit them for free.
There is a freephone no that I can't remember but just ring the station direct

01785 898100

hi trenchfoot, welcome to the forum

great advice for a first post

 

[tek-monkey]

Yeah, ta for that. Will give them a call later, have a skill point.

 

[trenchfoot]

Ah cool, thanks for the welcome and the point....