Uncovering if you're participating in a widespread nightly practice reportedly contributing to home fires according to statistics.
A senior sleep expert has issued a warning about the rising number of la fires in Greater Manchester, County Durham and Darlington, Northern Ireland, and West Yorkshire, highlighting the potential role of sleep deprivation in these incidents.
Martin Seeley, Senior Sleep Expert at MattressNextDay, has pointed out that these areas have been identified as regions with a high number of such la fires. In his recent study, Seeley found that thousands of blazes started in homes due to cooking appliances being left on or indoor smoking, often as a result of household members being too tired to act safely.
Seeley's research reveals that there are no available data on the number of firefighter occupations reported in these regions between 2020 and 2025 due to sleep deprivation or sleep loss. This alarming trend suggests that the issue could be more widespread than initially thought.
The expert has emphasised the importance of the age-old saying "prevention is better than a cure" in this context. He advises that reducing baseline fatigue by ensuring at least 7-8 hours of quality sleep per night can help prevent accidents.
Seeley also warns that the risk of accidents increases dramatically due to the average Brit incurring 32 hours of "sleep debt" a month. He states that accident risk peaks at "low circadian points" of 2-6 am and 2-4 pm, suggesting people should be especially careful during these times.
If one notices frequent yawning, difficulty focusing, or micronapping, Seeley advises that they should stop what they're doing immediately. These symptoms could be signs of sleep deprivation, making individuals more prone to accidents.
Seeley's advice comes as a response to the growing concern about the number of la fires starting in homes across the UK. He urges everyone to prioritise their sleep to ensure their own safety and the safety of those around them.
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