Irresponsible Use of Fire Can Be Deadly

Bucknor also cautioned about the dangers of using fire improperly as the hot summer months approach. He highlighted that bush fires can pose serious threats to farms, rural homes, and wildlife. Bucknor reminded farmers that they need to inform the relevant authorities before burning their fields to prevent any potential disasters.

 

Gladstone Bucknor, Belize District Station Officer, National Fire Service

“When it comes to bottles, please dispose of the bottles properly because remember, with the sun and bottles, it can cause fires. And people who have their farms, please do the fire path. The fire path is very important and when they do burn, please notify the Department of Environment and different authorities that needs to be informed so that they can go and check that you have made your fire path properly.”

 

Marion Ali

“And what about lit cigarettes?

 

Gladstone Bucknor

“Cigarette smokers, they must be aware that in dry season it is very dangerous, even in a home when you’re sleeping, it’s very dangerous. Dispose of it properly.”