Paul and Jayne Foster died after a candle set a blanket alight in their bedroom
A fire which killed a husband and wife was accidentally started by a candle, an inquest has heard.A passer-by called the emergency services at about 19:00 GMT, but by the time crews arrived, the fire had spread throughout the property.An inquest at Nottingham Council House on Monday heard that Mr Foster, 63, died from carbon monoxide poisoning and smoke inhalation.The court heard that in January, a young person who was passing by, called for help after seeing signs of fire at the house.
"Some minutes later the door to the bedroom fell outwards as a result of the build-up of fire and super-heated smoke. "I'd like to report my thanks to the brave young person who made the initial 999 call. He should be commended for his efforts."
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