Firefighters were called to a house fire in Port Erin yesterday after wood for a stove caught fire.
It happened in Ballafesson at 3.15pm.
On arrival crews found the living room heavily smoke logged – they extinguished the fire and then ventilated the property.
The Isle of Man Fire and Rescue Service says it continues to be called to fires caused because of logs being stored against the hot external surface of wood burners.
10-day closure for Mountain Road
The Mountain Road will be closed for 10 days next week.
Survey on cannabis closes this week
There's a last chance to share your views on medical cannabis products.
Hotel boss labels visitor levy "absolutely insane"
A hotel manager has accused the government of being "tone deaf" and "out of touch" over a possible tourist tax.
Ramsey slashes library subscription fees
There's good news for bookworm pensioners in the north of the Island.
Star gets medical clearance to train for TT movie
Hollywood star Channing Tatum says he's been given the go-ahead by doctors to start training for a TT movie.
Pool announces price hikes
The Southern Swimming Pool says it's putting its prices up this week.
Glen Helen restaurant reborn as farm shop!
A new shop offering Island produce says it's 'absolutely delighted' after winning planning permission.
Fuel restrictions lifted as price rises come into force
Filling stations around the Island will be getting deliveries of fuel today.
