Glasgow vape shop fire sparks safety warning in North Yorkshire
A Glasgow vape shop fire prompted North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service to issue safety guidance for vape shops and proper vape disposal.Summary
Following a devastating fire in a Glasgow vape shop that destroyed a Victorian building and disrupted rail services, North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service has issued a safety warning to vape shop owners. The service emphasized the legal duty of responsible persons to maintain fire safety in their premises, referencing the Fire Service Regulation Order 2005. They also urged the public to dispose of vapes at designated drop-off points in supermarkets and council sites, rather than in household waste, to prevent fires in waste management facilities. The Glasgow fire, which involved over 200 firefighters and led to evacuations, is still under investigation. The service highlighted its availability to provide fire safety guidance and conduct audits, and noted potential changes to vape sales regulations through the Tobacco and Vapes Bill currently in Parliament.
(Source：The Northern Echo)
