Dorset Fire and Rescue Service have issued a warning after a chimney fire at a property in Gussage St Michael.
It happened at just after 11.30am this morning.
Crews from Verwood and Blandford attended but the fire was out on arrival.
A spokesman said: “This is a reminder to make sure your chimney is swept prior to using it this winter.”
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