The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has stepped up its fire safety education campaigns across various communities in the Eastern Region as part of efforts to reduce fire outbreaks and improve public safety awareness.
According to a statement from the Public Relations Unit of the Eastern Regional Fire Command, fire officers from the Asesewa Fire Station in the Upper Manya Krobo District have been engaging fuel station and gas station workers on proper safety standards.
The engagement focused on key areas such as safe fuel handling, emergency response procedures, evacuation protocols, fire prevention practices, and the correct use of electrical appliances.
Officials explained that the training is aimed at equipping workers with practical knowledge to reduce fire risks at their workplaces.
In a separate exercise, personnel from the Aduamoa Fire Station carried out a community sensitisation programme at Abetifi Pampaso in the Kwahu East District.
The outreach brought together residents and commercial drivers to educate them on everyday fire safety practices.
Participants were advised on safe driving habits, proper vehicle maintenance, and responsible handling of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG).
The fire officers also highlighted the dangers of overloading electrical sockets and the risks associated with poor electrical usage in homes and workplaces.
As part of the engagement, residents were encouraged to keep emergency contact numbers easily accessible and to report fire incidents immediately to ensure quick response and minimise damage and loss of property.
The GNFS noted that these outreach programmes form part of its broader strategy to build a strong culture of fire safety across the country.
The Service emphasised that continuous public education is key to preventing avoidable fire outbreaks and protecting lives and property.
The Eastern Regional Fire Command reiterated its commitment to sustaining such sensitisation exercises in communities, workplaces, and transport hubs to ensure that more people are well-informed and better prepared to respond to fire emergencies.
