In order to inform traders and other stakeholders in major markets about crucial fire safety precautions, the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has started an initiative.
The exercise, which started at the Adidome Market on Friday, January 18, was designed to inform the public about ways to stop and deal with fires. The GNFS team conducted training on handling household gas cylinders, fire causes, fire and extinguishing medium classes, and emergency contact numbers under the direction of Assistant Divisional Officer (ADO 1) George Lumorvi.
Additionally, the team stressed the significance of hiring certified electricians for electrical installations and creating a market volunteer taskforce. Mafi Kumase and other marketplaces in the district would be included in the exercise.
Nonetheless, the Ghana News Agency pointed out that the absence of fire hydrants at strategic locations around the district is a major obstacle for the GNFS Adidome Command, impeding efficient firefighting. Since fire hydrants are essential for efficient firefighting, ADO Lumorvi urged the government to assist in resolving the situation. He also emphasized how important it is for the community to help the GNFS in their attempts to stop and contain fires. The young people of Central Tongu were urged to participate in voluntary firefighting training with the District Fire Command by Mr. Guggisberg Fiagbenu, Assembly Member of the Adidome Electoral Area.
He claimed that doing this will teach the young people with basic firefighting knowledge and the essential precautions to take in the event of a fire. Additionally, he promised to work with the education department and firefighters to create fire cadets in local schools.
Following a string of frequent fire outbreaks in several areas of the country, the GNFS is working to increase fire safety education in markets nationwide. The GNFS is dedicated to lowering the frequency of fire incidents and raising awareness of fire safety among significant market participants and dealers.
Traders, stakeholders, and community leaders attended the exercise, expressing gratitude for the initiative and pledging support for the GNFS's efforts to raise community understanding of fire safety.
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