Fire Safety and Prevention in the Home
15 Jun 2026
Essential fire safety tips to protect your home and family from fire hazards.
Preventing Home Fires
- Never leave cooking unattended
- Keep flammable materials away from heat sources
- Install smoke detectors in every room
- Have a fire extinguisher accessible
If a Fire Starts
- Alert everyone in the building immediately
- Evacuate via the nearest exit — do not use elevators
- Call 192 (Ghana Fire Service) immediately
- If trapped, seal doors with towels and signal from windows