GNFS issues new directives to curb market fires
The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) in its commitment to safeguarding lives and property has announced new directives to enhance fire safety in the country’s major markets.
Recent fire outbreaks in various markets have caused significant losses and raised concerns about preventive measures.
In a statement issued on January 14, GNFS directed that personnel and fire appliances be stationed at markets nationwide from 6:00pm to 6:00am daily to provide round-the-clock fire coverage and swift response to potential incidents.
The statement announced that a dedicated task force would patrol the markets daily to ensure swift action in the event of any fire outbreak and maintain constant vigilance.
It further indicated that the GNFS would establish fire units or posts in key markets nationwide to intensify fire safety education, conduct regular inspections and enforce compliance with fire safety protocols.
The GNFS assured to work closely with market authorities, the Ghana Police Service and National Security to ensure effective surveillance, protection and quick response to any fire-related incidents.”
“The Chief Fire Officer, Julius A. Kuunuor, has instructed that: Personnel and fire appliances be deployed at various markets across the country from 1800 hours to 0600 hours daily to provide round-the-clock fire cover.”
The GNFS called for collaboration between traders, market authorities and the general public in this exercise.
