DUMAGUETE CITY, March 12 -- The Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) here has cautioned the public against activities that may exacerbate fire hazards amid the searing heat brought about by the El Nino phenomenon.
"We should be vigilant and careful in observing practices to avoid fire risks, especially with the hot weather that would provide suitable conditions to ignite a fire," BFP City Fire Marshall Chief Inspector Marlon Chomling said on Tuesday.
His reminder came following a fire late Monday afternoon that razed three lodging houses here.
Chomling advised residents to inspect electrical appliances for faulty wiring, conserve water to avoid a reduction in the city's supply, stop burning trash and reckless throwing of cigarette butts in hi...