WARNING: Lucky escape for family after jam-packed hot press causes fire
Firefighters have warned of the dangers of overloading hot presses with linen.
The firefighters said a hot press can be a dangerous combination of heat, electricity and flammable material.
A Dublin Fire Brigade spokesperson said: "A smoke alarm and closed door at this hot press fire saved the house from being destroyed.
"Firefighters extinguished this fire earlier in Phibsborough.
"Hot presses can be a dangerous mix of water, electricity, heat and high fire load.
"Don't overload hot presses with linen.
"Allow air to circulate to keep wires and switches at the correct temperature.
"A jam-packed press can cause kinks in wires and cause leaks in pipe connections.
"A closed door is the most effective way to slow fire spread."
Hot presses or airing cupboards are often used for storing towels, bedding and items of clothing once they’ve been washed.
However the clear advice is not to overload them to reduce the risk of a fire hazard.