BACOLOD City – A staggering P19,043,000 worth of fire damage has been recorded here, according to recent data by the Bacolod City Fire Department.
Data further showed that between January and March 11, a total of 105 fire incidents across various categories were reported.
Out of these incidents, 43 occurred in residential areas, 24 involved grass fires, 10 were related to rubbish, and nine were miscellaneous or involving special structures and vehicles.
Also, eight incidents hit commercial and mercantile establishments, four involved electrical posts, three affected storage facilities, and businesses or government buildings, while one incident took place in an industrial or factory setting.
Four civilians were injured during the reported fires during the said period.
The Bacolod City Fire Department and other relevant authorities are working closely to prevent further fire incidents and minimize their impact on the community.
Residents are urged to practice fire safety measures, such as maintaining proper electrical wiring, avoiding overloading electrical sockets, and keeping flammable materials away from open flames.
Regularly checking and cleaning storage areas, as well as being cautious with discarded cigarettes and other potential fire hazards, can also contribute to a safer environment for everyone.
“We continuously advocate for heightened vigilance in the home. Let’s protect our property, family, and other loved ones. The current dry conditions and strong winds, along with high temperatures, make materials more susceptible to ignition,” Fire Chief Inspector Stephen Jardeleza, the city fire marshal, said in an earlier Panay News interview.
Meanwhile, Atty. Caesar Distrito, spokesperson for Mayor Alfredo Abelardo Benitez, asked for the reorganization and reactivation of barangay volunteers as part of the city’s firefighting initiatives. (Watchmen Daily Journal)/PN
