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What causes chimney fires?

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The residue (soot) creosote from the burning wood in the chimney catches fire. Creosote need to reach at least level 2 to become flammable

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What is the main cause of chimney fires?
Chimney fires are caused when built up soot and or creosote ignite and fire climbs up the chimney flue. Chimney fires are extremely dangerous!
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What causes in fire?
heat, oxygen & fuel
What can cause Fire?
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