The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) is cautioning the public to be very alert during the festive period and abide by basic fire safety practices especially in the Harmattan season.
On Sunday, December 25, 44 fire cases had recorded nationwide according to the Ghana National Fire Service.
Out of the total fire cases recorded, 19 were domestic, nine were commercial, eight were bushfires, five were vehicular, two electrical installation faults and one was crown fire involving a coconut tree.
Tema is said to have record the highest cases of 11 while the Ashanti Region recorded six cases. The Accra Region followed with five cases and the Upper East Region had one case.
“Fortunately, no fire incident casualty recorded,” a press release issued by the Service on Monday, December 26 said.
But management raised concerns about the rise in cases, describing it as “very worrying”.
Ghana’s Accra Fire and Rescue Service (ACFOS) has called on the general public to ensure they adhere to basic fire safety measures.
ACFO I Timothy Osafo-Affum said this would help reduce fires during the festive season and beyond.
The general public was asked to exercise caution when cooking, using electrical appliances, and engaging in other fire-related activities.
To prevent Christmastime fire, institution heads were advised to turn off and disconnect any electrical devices in their offices.
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