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Addis Ababa Urges Public Caution During Meskel Demera Festival
TIKVAH Ethiopia · yesterday · Read the Full Story on TIKVAH Ethiopia
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The Addis Ababa Fire and Disaster Risk Management Commission has issued safety guidelines and urged public caution to prevent fire and accident hazards during the Meskel Demera festival.
- The Addis Ababa City Administration Fire and Disaster Risk Management Commission urged public caution to prevent accidents during the Meskel Demera festival.
- Solomon Mekonnen from the commission warned against using liquid fuel to ignite damp traditional torches.
- Torches lit indoors must be kept away from carpets and curtains.
- Precautions must be taken when using modern torches and fireworks to prevent them from landing on haystacks, thatched-roof huts, or fuel stations.
- Bonfire locations must be set up far away from gas stations, electricity poles, and telephone lines.
- Bonfires must be fully extinguished with water after use.
- Cooking appliances such as electric stoves, butane gas, candles, and charcoal stoves must be used carefully.
- Candles and tapers must be kept away from flammable materials.
- The public is advised not to drink and drive and to practice moderation during celebrations.
- The commission can be reached via the toll-free emergency number 939 or direct lines 011155 53 00 and 011156 86 01.
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