Kuwait Fire Force reveals top summer fire hazards
The department emphasizes the crucial role of fire extinguishers and smoke detectors in all establishments, including private homes
• Kuwait Fire Force identifies common causes of summer fires: gas leaks, children playing with fire during extended summer breaks, electrical issues, leaving exhaust fans running unattended, and using cheap, poorly made chargers and connections.
The Kuwait Fire Force emphasizes the necessity of fire extinguishers and smoke detectors in all establishments, including private residences, without exceptions.
Summer fires are predominantly caused by gas leaks, children playing with fire, electrical contact, leaving exhaust fans on, and using substandard connections and chargers.
The department emphasizes the crucial role of fire extinguishers and smoke detectors in all establishments, including private homes.
A source from the Kuwait Fire Force stressed to Q8–Press that these simple tools form the first line of defenseagainst fires.
Smoke detectors provide early warnings, allowing individuals to address the fire before it grows out of control.
The department identifies common causes of summer fires: gas leaks, children playing with fire during extended summer breaks, electrical issues, leaving exhaust fans running unattended, and using cheap, poorly made chargers and connections.
If a fire occurs, use the extinguisher and immediately report it to the Ministry of Interior so they can dispatch the nearest fire station.
For one’s home safety, the department recommends having a readily accessible fire extinguisher, knowing how to use it, installing smoke and gas detectors, and keeping a fire blanket on hand.
