Fire department launches safety awareness campaign in Hyderabad

Following a series of fire mishaps in the city the fire department is undertaking an awareness campaign to educate people on fire safety measures.

On Sunday night, fire broke out on the fourth floor of the State Bank of India building at Patny in Secunderabad. The fire spread rapidly engulfing computers, furniture and articles. Seven fire tenders were pressed into service to control the fire.

The fire officials point out that many buildings are below 15 meters and the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) has to ensure fire safety measures at the buildings.



In high rise buildings the fire department can initiate action and even seal the building for failing to comply with fire safety norms.