Fire Brigade reports 15 fire deaths up to Nov 30, a 42% reduction when compared to same period in 2023

Fifteen people were killed in house fires as at November 30, this year.

Of that number, four of them were children.

Speaking with IRIE FM News, Commissioner of the Jamaica Fire Brigade Stewart Beckford says though the statistic is daunting, it represents a 42% reduction when compared to last year’s data for the similar period.

There were 26 fire-related deaths in 2023.

Commissioner Beckford said the children who died this year in house fires were left unattended or had access to fire-causing instruments among other reasons.

He said families should ensure candles are not being used near curtains or other materials.

Noting that too many senior citizens died in house fires this year, the fire chief urged caregivers to be more responsible in ensuring their safety.

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P-STEB: Smooth flow of traffic this morning ahead of New Year, congestion expected later

Fifteen people were killed in house fires as at November 30, this year.

Of that number, four of them were children.

Speaking with IRIE FM News, Commissioner of the Jamaica Fire Brigade Stewart Beckford says though the statistic is daunting, it represents a 42% reduction when compared to last year’s data for the similar period.

There were 26 fire-related deaths in 2023.

Commissioner Beckford said the children who died this year in house fires were left unattended or had access to fire-causing instruments among other reasons.

He said families should ensure candles are not being used near curtains or other materials.

Noting that too many senior citizens died in house fires this year, the fire chief urged caregivers to be more responsible in ensuring their safety.

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Only persons permitted by authorities should set off fireworks during tonight’s New Year festivities

Fifteen people were killed in house fires as at November 30, this year.

Of that number, four of them were children.

Speaking with IRIE FM News, Commissioner of the Jamaica Fire Brigade Stewart Beckford says though the statistic is daunting, it represents a 42% reduction when compared to last year’s data for the similar period.

There were 26 fire-related deaths in 2023.

Commissioner Beckford said the children who died this year in house fires were left unattended or had access to fire-causing instruments among other reasons.

He said families should ensure candles are not being used near curtains or other materials.

Noting that too many senior citizens died in house fires this year, the fire chief urged caregivers to be more responsible in ensuring their safety.

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Public advised of traffic changes for Fireworks Festival on Waterfront in Downtown, Kingston tonight

Fifteen people were killed in house fires as at November 30, this year.

Of that number, four of them were children.

Speaking with IRIE FM News, Commissioner of the Jamaica Fire Brigade Stewart Beckford says though the statistic is daunting, it represents a 42% reduction when compared to last year’s data for the similar period.

There were 26 fire-related deaths in 2023.

Commissioner Beckford said the children who died this year in house fires were left unattended or had access to fire-causing instruments among other reasons.

He said families should ensure candles are not being used near curtains or other materials.

Noting that too many senior citizens died in house fires this year, the fire chief urged caregivers to be more responsible in ensuring their safety.

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Senior citizens who seek to engage in New Year festivities urged to be safe

Fifteen people were killed in house fires as at November 30, this year.

Of that number, four of them were children.

Speaking with IRIE FM News, Commissioner of the Jamaica Fire Brigade Stewart Beckford says though the statistic is daunting, it represents a 42% reduction when compared to last year’s data for the similar period.

There were 26 fire-related deaths in 2023.

Commissioner Beckford said the children who died this year in house fires were left unattended or had access to fire-causing instruments among other reasons.

He said families should ensure candles are not being used near curtains or other materials.

Noting that too many senior citizens died in house fires this year, the fire chief urged caregivers to be more responsible in ensuring their safety.

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Business operators counting losses following fire at Constant Spring Arcade in St. Andrew this morning

Fifteen people were killed in house fires as at November 30, this year.

Of that number, four of them were children.

Speaking with IRIE FM News, Commissioner of the Jamaica Fire Brigade Stewart Beckford says though the statistic is daunting, it represents a 42% reduction when compared to last year’s data for the similar period.

There were 26 fire-related deaths in 2023.

Commissioner Beckford said the children who died this year in house fires were left unattended or had access to fire-causing instruments among other reasons.

He said families should ensure candles are not being used near curtains or other materials.

Noting that too many senior citizens died in house fires this year, the fire chief urged caregivers to be more responsible in ensuring their safety.

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North Central Clarendon residents being educated on fire safety, procedures to prevent loss of lives and property damage

Fifteen people were killed in house fires as at November 30, this year.

Of that number, four of them were children.

Speaking with IRIE FM News, Commissioner of the Jamaica Fire Brigade Stewart Beckford says though the statistic is daunting, it represents a 42% reduction when compared to last year’s data for the similar period.

There were 26 fire-related deaths in 2023.

Commissioner Beckford said the children who died this year in house fires were left unattended or had access to fire-causing instruments among other reasons.

He said families should ensure candles are not being used near curtains or other materials.

Noting that too many senior citizens died in house fires this year, the fire chief urged caregivers to be more responsible in ensuring their safety.

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State of Public Emergency declared in Trinidad and Tobago due to heightened criminal activity

Fifteen people were killed in house fires as at November 30, this year.

Of that number, four of them were children.

Speaking with IRIE FM News, Commissioner of the Jamaica Fire Brigade Stewart Beckford says though the statistic is daunting, it represents a 42% reduction when compared to last year’s data for the similar period.

There were 26 fire-related deaths in 2023.

Commissioner Beckford said the children who died this year in house fires were left unattended or had access to fire-causing instruments among other reasons.

He said families should ensure candles are not being used near curtains or other materials.

Noting that too many senior citizens died in house fires this year, the fire chief urged caregivers to be more responsible in ensuring their safety.

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Police say no parking allowed at National Stadium tomorrow for Vybz Kartel’s Freedom Street concert

Fifteen people were killed in house fires as at November 30, this year.

Of that number, four of them were children.

Speaking with IRIE FM News, Commissioner of the Jamaica Fire Brigade Stewart Beckford says though the statistic is daunting, it represents a 42% reduction when compared to last year’s data for the similar period.

There were 26 fire-related deaths in 2023.

Commissioner Beckford said the children who died this year in house fires were left unattended or had access to fire-causing instruments among other reasons.

He said families should ensure candles are not being used near curtains or other materials.

Noting that too many senior citizens died in house fires this year, the fire chief urged caregivers to be more responsible in ensuring their safety.

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Everest Drive in Harbour View, St. Andrew to be first project done through SPARK programme

Fifteen people were killed in house fires as at November 30, this year.

Of that number, four of them were children.

Speaking with IRIE FM News, Commissioner of the Jamaica Fire Brigade Stewart Beckford says though the statistic is daunting, it represents a 42% reduction when compared to last year’s data for the similar period.

There were 26 fire-related deaths in 2023.

Commissioner Beckford said the children who died this year in house fires were left unattended or had access to fire-causing instruments among other reasons.

He said families should ensure candles are not being used near curtains or other materials.

Noting that too many senior citizens died in house fires this year, the fire chief urged caregivers to be more responsible in ensuring their safety.

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