Tuesday, 14 August 2007
Fire Safety during the Festival of the Hungry Ghost

The Singapore Civil Defence Force and the National Fire & Emergency Preparedness Council (NFEC) would like to remind members of the public to exercise greater caution when observing the Festival of the Hungry Ghost.

Here are some simple tips to help minimise fire occurrences during this period:

a) In public housing estates, always burn incense paper in the incense burners or metal containers provided by the Town Councils. Private home owners are also similarly encouraged to use proper incense burners or metal containers for burning incense papers.

b) The burners or containers should be placed on sturdy ground and at a safe distance away from neighboring properties or other hazards such as switch rooms or electrical sub-stations, etc.

c) After the prayers and offering session, check the area for smouldering incense or embers and make sure that all traces of fires are completely put out before leaving.

d) Avoid throwing lighted materials such as candles and matches onto grass patches and fields as these may inadvertently start a fire.