The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) yesterday spoke on the recent upsurge in the number of deadly fires across the country. The fire incidences occurred in Harare, Bulawayo and Kadoma between November 17 and 20. Police spokesperson Senior Assistant Commissioner Charity Charamba said
On 19 November 2018, at around 1915, Laxman Complex in Kadoma, which houses Coloursell Furniture, Jet and Edgars Stores, was gutted by fire… In Harare, on 19 November 2018 at around 1500hrs, a fire destroyed several properties which include furniture, timber, foam rubber and clothes at Glen View 8 Furniture Complex.
On the same date at around 1 pm, a house in Borrowable was burnt and the cause of the fire is unknown. At SiyaSo, Mbare in Harare, another fire destroyed several properties which include vehicles, sheds and a lorry on 20 November 2018.
The police advised the public to be cautious when storing inflammable liquids and other substances. Charamba had this to say
Members of the public must exercise caution in storing flammable liquids, such as gasoline, paint, thinners and cleaning agents. Their vapours can explode or ignite if they get too hot or are exposed to static electricity,” she said. “Be sure they are capped securely and keep them away from heat sources.
Cooking fires must be put off after use and ensure all electric gadgets are switched off when not in use. Regular checks should be conducted on electric wires in business and residential premises. Where possible Zesa officials should be engaged to ensure electrical fittings are safe.
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