Srinagar, Nov 6 (KNS): The Jammu and Kashmir Fire and Emergency Services Department has issued a winter fire safety advisory, urging people to exercise caution while using heating appliances, Bukharis, Kangris, LPG heaters and other equipment to prevent fire incidents and loss of life and property.
The department said the use of heating appliances increases during winter, making it essential for people to follow safety precautions and ensure proper handling of heating equipment.
According to the advisory accessed news agency Kashmir News Service (KNS) people have been asked to use standard-quality heating appliances and electric blankets, avoid overloading electrical sockets and switch off and unplug electric heaters before going to bed or leaving their homes.
The department has also stressed the need for proper ventilation while using LPG heaters, Bukharis and other fuel-burning appliances, warning against operating such equipment in enclosed spaces or leaving them unattended.
It has advised residents to regularly check LPG pipes, regulators and connections for leakage and ensure that cylinder valves and stove knobs are switched off when not in use.
On the use of Kangris, the department has urged people to handle them carefully and keep them away from bedding, curtains and other inflammable materials.
Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp ChannelIt has also cautioned against burning or storing charcoal in enclosed spaces due to the risk of suffocation.
The advisory further warns against drying clothes near heaters and Bukharis, leaving cooking unattended, and carelessly disposing of burning cigarette butts and matchsticks.
Residents have also been advised to keep fire extinguishers or buckets of water and sand readily available, while ensuring that staircases, corridors and emergency exit routes remain unobstructed.
The department has urged people to get defective electrical wiring repaired by qualified electricians and avoid storing firewood, dry grass, hay, paper and other combustible materials near heating appliances.
In case of a fire emergency, people have been asked to contact Fire and Emergency Services through the toll-free helpline 101.
The department said public cooperation and adherence to preventive measures were essential to minimise fire accidents during the winter season. (KNS)
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