Kuwait Fire Force responds to 20 routine, 4 unusual fire calls since midnight

The Kuwait Fire Force (KFF) reported that its teams responded to 20 routine and four unusual fire calls between midnight and 4:00 pm (local time) on Thursday.

Three of the unusual calls involved falling debris, and one involved a direct fire resulting from a hostile drone strike on a residential building. The fire was extinguished, and the building was evacuated to ensure the safety of its residents.

The fire resulted in two injuries, said Brig. Gen. Mohammad Al-Gharib, Director of Public Relations and Media and official KFF spokesperson during a media briefing on current events and the latest developments considering the Iranian aggression against the State of Kuwait.

Al-Gharib advised citizens and residents that in the event of a house fire, they should evacuate immediately without delay, using the nearest safe exit such as the main door or an emergency exit.

He also advised them to call the emergency number (112) for assistance, avoid using elevators, and close doors if possible, to minimize the spread of fire and smoke. He further advised them to gather at a designated assembly point outside the house, such as a nearby yard or in front of the building, away from danger.

“We advise citizens and residents to keep a fire extinguisher at home, as it is crucial for initial response to small fires and for quickly controlling them, thus minimizing loss of life and property and limiting the spread of the fire”. – KUNA