Chimney fire - Ely - East Cambs

05/01/2026 4.18PM

At 4.18pm on Monday (5) a crew from Ely was called to a chimney fire on Quanea Drove in Ely. 

Firefighters used specialist equipment and a hose reel to extinguish the fire and returned to their station by 6.15pm. 

The cause of the fire was accidental. 

A fire service spokesperson said: “Please ensure that you get your chimney swept and brick work inspected regularly, at least once a year. The debris buildup in the flue can be set alight when heating the home, which could cause a significant fire. Regular chimney maintenance will help prevent this from happening.”