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Air Fryer Fire Kills Dad and Daughter
23 Feb
Summary
- A fire at a Chinese takeaway killed an 11-year-old girl and her father.
- The fire is believed to have been caused by a malfunctioning air fryer.
- Fire officials issued safety advice for air fryer usage after the incident.
A tragic fire at the Golden Phoenix Chinese Takeaway in Louth, UK, has resulted in the deaths of an 11-year-old girl and her father, aged 45. The victims were identified locally as Sophie and Yu Li. The fire also led to injuries, with a woman in her 30s and two children under 10 being hospitalized.
Investigations by Lincolnshire Fire & Rescue Service indicate that an air fryer likely caused the devastating blaze. Area Manager Dan Moss shared vital safety recommendations, urging the public to use air fryers according to manufacturer guidelines. He also stressed the critical importance of having working smoke detectors checked regularly.
Emergency services, including multiple fire engines, ambulances, and an air ambulance, responded to the incident. Firefighters focused on rescuing individuals from the burning building and administering first aid before transferring them to hospital. The fire service extended its deepest condolences to the bereaved family and community.
