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A chimney fire awareness campaign has begun in the borders of Scotland, which is advising homeowners to suitably maintain their flue accessories.

The scheme has been established after the Lothian and Borders Fire and Rescue Service attended to more than 100 chimney fires in the borders last year, according to BerwickshireNews.co.uk.

David Lockhart, community safety manager, told the website: "All too often fire fighters see people's homes badly damaged as a result of a chimney fire and we want to give residents advice on how these fires can be prevented."

This news comes after Eadt.co.uk reported that a chimney fire happened at a beachside pub in Thorpeness, Suffolk.

The fire happened at the Dolphin Inn, which is located in the village's Peace Place region, but no injuries were reported by the website.

A fire team was able to subdue the flames within ten minutes and used chimney rods and a hearth kit in the operation.