Members of the public are being asked to use recommended phone chargers following an electric plug exploding in Ramsey.

The Fire and Rescue service released an image of a plug that had exploded due to a cheap phone charger being used.

A spokesman from the emergency service said: ’The outcome could have been much worse.

’Please ensure that you are buying the correct, manufacturers own or recommended charger for your device and check them periodically for wear and tear.’