Fire Officer cautions public against repainting rusty gas cylinders

The Hohoe Municipal Fire Safety Officer, Assistant Station Officer (ASO) Ofori Collins, has cautioned the public against repainting rusty gas cylinders, stating that it only improves appearance without restoring safety.

Speaking at a sensitization forum at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Hohoe, ASO Ofori urged residents to adhere to gas safety practices, including avoiding overfilling cylinders and replacing faulty regulators.

He warned against placing stones on gas regulators, emphasizing that such actions increase fire risks.

He also attributed many fire incidents to personal negligence and advised the public to switch off electrical appliances before leaving home.

He stressed that fire safety is a shared responsibility and urged residents to contact the Fire Service first in case of emergencies.