FIRE crews from Christchurch and New Milton were called to a home in Walkford Road, Walkford, this afternoon after a fire started in a kitchen.
On arrival they used breathing apparatus and hoses to fight the flames.
Appliances in the kitchen were left damaged by fire and there was also smoke damage.
A Dorset Fire and Rescue Service spokesman said the cause was accidental.
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