Live fire safety demonstration conducted in Kiphire

Published on Apr 17, 2025

Fire personnel demonstrating fire-handling techniques during the Fire Service Week in Kiphire town on Thursday. (EM Images)
DIMAPUR — Commemorating Fire Service Week 2025, a live fire safety demonstration was conducted on the fourth day in Kiphire town at Deluxe Point on Thursday.
Speaking on the occasion, the officer in-charge of Fire and Emergency Services, Kiphire, Tsarose Sangtam, emphasised the importance of mass awareness on fire safety, particularly focusing on kitchen and electrical fires. He urged the public to install fire safety equipments in their homes, offices and shops, stated a DIPR report.
Sangtam also highlighted that a survey in 2022 revealed a lack of fire safety installation in government offices, hospitals, schools, churches, commercial places and private residences in Kiphire town. He mentioned about the upcoming implementation of the Nagaland Fire and Emergency Service Act and urged the public to prioritise fire safety to create a healthy and fire safety environment.
The live demonstrations showcased fire-handling techniques and training session for participants on the use of fire extinguishers, aiming to sensitise the community about fire safety measures.