A WARNING over accelerants has been issued after a North Wales man suffered 'significant burns' during an incident involving a pizza oven.
North Wales Fire and Rescue Service has advised residents of the dangers of using accelerants following the incident which took place over the Bank Holiday weekend.
The man was in his late thirties and suffered 'significant' burns to his face according to the fire service.
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On social media, North Wales Fire and Rescue Service said: "A man in his thirties suffered significant burns to his face after using an accelerant to start a fire in a pizza oven this weekend.
"It is dangerous to use accelerants in this way, or on barbecues or when starting any outdoor fire or cooking facilities.
"If using barbecue lighter fuel it should be used sparingly and only prior to ignition. Never add lighter fluid after the fire has been lit. In the case of pizza ovens, dry kindling wood should be used, before introducing larger pieces of wood or logs.
"We would urge the public to avoid the use of accelerants on any fire of this type."
No further details on the incident are available at this time.
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