Don't tackle flames yourself, say firefighters
Firefighters are reminding people to get out, stay out and call them out after a blaze in Douglas.
The incident happened shortly after 6.30pm on Sunday when a tumble dryer caught light at a home on Cambridge Terrace.
Despite the two residents managing to put the fire out themselves, they had to be treated for smoke inhalation – sparking the warning from the Island’s fire and rescue service.
A spokesman says people shouldn’t try to extinguish fires themselves, as breathing in smoke can quickly render them unconscious.
'Significant work' needed to reduce people entering criminal justice system
Tourism professional calls for prisoners to clear footpaths
Government issues clarification on proposed changes to public housing policy
DHSC 'considering policy options' as Hyperbaric Chamber calls for more funding