Homeowners in the Hereford and Worcester areas have been advised to maintain flue accessories and wood-burning stoves.

This is due to two recent chimney fires in the area, as the Hereford and Worcester Fire and Rescue Service were called to properties in Redditch and Webheath, according to the Redditch Advertiser.

Tony Prosser, assistant chief fire officer from the fire service, told the news provider: "The majority of chimney fires are preventable – and the risk can be minimised by ensuring that chimneys are swept regularly."

This news comes after the Manchester Evening News reported that Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service had warned property owners in Macclesfield to be precautious when operating heating tools.

The news outlet revealed that a chimney fire at a house in Peter House Road, Sutton was the latest incident in the area, which required the attention of fire officials from Macclesfield Fire Station.

Several other fires have also occurred throughout the Cheshire East area.