On the first day of Christmas my true love said to me...sweep your chimney before use.

This year, Saltash Fire Station will be posting a video on their Facebook page every day leading up to Christmas to deliver a safety message.

The first message, delivered by Crew Manager Lee Russell, is to always have your chimney swept before using it this winter. 

A spokesperson from the station said: "Most chimney fires are preventable by having them swept regularly. Removing blockages can also prevent carbon monoxide entering the property."

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Additionally, Saltash Fire Station is asking for donations of nappies, baby wipes, baby baths and everything baby related, including clothes, and toys, in good clean condition which will be given to a residential unit which supports and guides young parents towards living independently with their new baby’s.

The station will be open on Saturday, December 16 for donations between 1pm - 4pm.

A spokesperson from the station added: "We are going to deliver your heart felt donations on Friday, December 22, in time to help make their Christmas."