Sameer Wani
Srinagar, November 10: In view of the increased risk of fire incidents during the winter season, the District Administration Srinagar has issued a fire safety advisory, urging residents to adopt precautionary measures to prevent accidents and ensure the safety of life and property.
The advisory, issued with the objective of raising public awareness about fire prevention, highlights several essential safety measures that households should follow, particularly while using heating appliances, LPG equipment and other electrical devices during the winter months.
Residents have been advised to unplug heaters and stoves and switch off LPG connections after use. The administration has also urged people to store dry grass and firewood away from residential buildings and use only good-quality electrical appliances to minimise the risk of short circuits and fire outbreaks.
The advisory further stresses the importance of remaining in the kitchen while cooking and never leaving a stove unattended. People using LPG heaters have been advised to ensure proper ventilation to prevent the accumulation of harmful gases. Keeping emergency exits and water points unobstructed and avoiding the careless disposal of burning cigarette butts have also been emphasised.
The District Administration has appealed to the public to remain vigilant and strictly follow the recommended safety guidelines, particularly during the peak winter period when the use of heating equipment increases significantly.
In case of a fire emergency, residents have been asked to immediately contact Fire and Emergency Services at 101. The Fire and Emergency Services Control Room Srinagar can also be reached at 0194-2452155 and 0194-2452222.
The administration reiterated that awareness, vigilance and timely precautions are essential to preventing fire-related incidents and safeguarding lives and property during winter.
