Four fire engines and around 25 firefighters responded to a fire on Mattison Road, Harringay.
The fire was located in a mid-terraced house of two floors and a loft, which had been converted into flats. Around half of the first floor was damaged by the fire. Seven people left the building before crews arrived. There are no reports of any injuries.
The Brigade received the first call reporting the fire at 0257, and crews from Hornsey, Holloway and Stoke Newington fire stations were sent to the scene. Firefighters were able to bring the fire under control by 0337.
The fire is been to have been accidental, caused by candle placed too close to flammable materials.
How to use candles and incense safely
- Never leave candles, incense sticks and oil burners unattended - this includes 'Diya lamps'' often used for worship and religious festivals.
- Make sure you put them out when you leave the room and especially before bed.
- Keep them in heat-resistant holders placed on a stable surface.
- Don't put them close to anything that can catch fire, such as curtains, papers, furniture, and clothes.
- To avoid accidents keep candles and all naked flames (including matches and lighters) out of the reach of children and pets.
- Tea lights get very hot and without proper holders can melt through plastic surfaces like a TV or bath.