They're issuing this appeal on Fire Safety Week.
Westmeath Fire and Rescue Services says there has been an increase in the number of fires starting in bedrooms.
Senior Assistant Chief Officer Pat Hunt says they've been caused by phone and laptops left charging at night.
Today marks the start of Fire Safety Week and, as the theme is ‘Smoke Alarm Save Lives’, he's urging people to check their devices on a regular basis:
Revenue Seize Contraband Worth Over €178k
Investigations into all seizures are ongoing.
Man Charged With Dangerous Driving In Westmeath Town
32 year old Wedenilson Almeida Dos Santos of Auburn Heights in Athlone has told the court he knows he's "guilty" and he's "really sorry."
Offaly County Council Approve Planning Permission For Funeral Parlour
A property on Tullamore's O'Connell Street is getting the green light to be converted.
Laois TD Demands Changes Over Medical Card Thresholds
Brian Stanley says the situation has to be addressed this year.
Westmeath County Council Seek Funds For Walking And Cycling Link
The proposed development would run from Ballinahown Sports Park to BnM lands in Ballinahown.
Retired Westmeath Postal Officer Worker Jailed For 8 Years For Sexual Abuse
He was convicted following a trial last February.
Housing Targets 'Not Good Enough' - Laois Councillor
The Housing Delivery Action Plan sets minimum targets of 33 affordable homes.
Gardaí Investigating Midlands Arson Attack
The incident saw a car targetted in Longford Town.
