In the first five days of Fire Prevention Month, a total of 172 fires broke out around the country, mostly in Metro Manila. At the start of Fire Prevention Month, BFP spokesperson Supt. ADVERTISEMENTSafety tipsAmong the BFP’s tips was to never leave anything cooking on the stove, particularly food being fried. In case an LPG hose catches fire, the burning area must be covered with a wet cloth and the regulator quickly closed. Electrical connections should also be inspected by a licensed electrician every four years.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer March 06, 2018 21:00 UTC