A FIRE was started in a Wellington home after sunshine reflected off a mirror and set nearby papers alight.

Fire crews were called to the Rockwell Green area of Wellington yesterday (March 2) following reports of smoke inside a property.

Two appliances from Wellington were mobilised alongside a supporting officer.

A fire was found on the first floor of the property, which caused 20% fire damage and 100% smoke damage to the room of origin.

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There was also 80% smoke damage to the remainder of the first floor.

Crews confirmed this fire to be accidental.

A Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service spokesperson said: “The fire was started by some strong sunshine coming through the window directly onto a bedroom mirror which caused some nearby papers to catch fire.

“The incident was dealt with quickly and no one was hurt.

“We want to take this opportunity to prompt anyone with bedroom mirrors to have them out of direct sunlight to ensure you don’t encounter something similar.”