Five fire engines and around 30 firefighters responded to a fire on Westbourne Park Road.
The fire damaged a four roomed flat on the 18th floor, in a residential block of 20 floors. There are no reports of any injuries.
The Brigade was first called about the incident at 0754, and crews from North Kensington, Kensington, Paddington and surrounding fire stations attended the scene. Fire fighters had the incident under control by 0848.
The fire is believed to have been accidental, caused by the unsafe use of smoking materials.
10 essential safety tips for smokers
- It's safer to smoke outside, but make sure cigarettes are put right out and disposed of properly.
- Never throw cigarette butts from a balcony, they could start a fire elsewhere.
- Never smoke in bed, and avoid smoking on arm chairs and sofas – especially if you think you might fall asleep.
- Use deep, heavy ashtrays which can’t tip over. Add a small drop of water to the ashtray and stub cigarettes out properly.
- Don’t leave lit pipes or cigarettes unattended, or sat on the edge of an ashtray – they can tip and fall as they burn away.
- Empty ashtrays carefully. Make sure smoking materials are out, cold and preferably wet them before throwing into a bin. Never use a wastepaper basket.
- Take extra care when you’re tired, and if you're drinking alcohol or taking prescription drugs.
- Avoid buying counterfeit cigarettes, they are less likely to self-extinguish, which increases the risk of fire.
- Keep matches and lighters out of children’s reach, and buy child resistant lighters.
- Never smoke if you use healthcare equipment like medical oxygen or an air flow pressure relief mattress. If you use emollients and skin creams consider using fire retardant bedding or nightwear.