Federal Fire Service partners National Association of Seadogs to educate Mile 2 Estate community on household fire hazards

Fire safety experts and the National Association of Seadogs (NAS) have called on Lagos residents to prioritise fire prevention, warning that negligence and ignorance remain major causes of outbreaks. The message was delivered at a fire safety sensitisation event held on Monday at Mile 2 Estate in Amuwo-Odofin Local Government Area, where officials from the Federal Fire Service (FFS) Lagos Command joined NAS to address the community.

During the campaign, organisers explained that while some fires are accidental, a significant number result from careless handling of flammable materials and lack of adherence to basic safety guidelines. Mr. Oghene Michael, Operations Officer of Festac Fire Station, led a lecture highlighting the dangers of common household items such as cooking gas, Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), curtains, clothing and furniture. “Many materials we use every day can catch fire easily if not handled properly,” Michael said at the event. He stressed that gases in particular can be especially dangerous due to their ability to spread quickly and ignite with minimal spark.

The programme included demonstrations on fire extinguisher use and advice on safe storage of combustible items. Residents were urged to avoid storing PMS or gas cylinders inside living spaces and to ensure electrical wiring met safety standards. Organisers also cautioned against leaving cooking unattended or overloading electrical sockets — practices they identified as frequent contributors to domestic fire incidents in Lagos.

According to NAS representatives, the collaboration with FFS is part of a broader commitment to community safety across Lagos State. They noted a rise in reported household fires during recent dry seasons, which have caused property loss and displacement for affected families. “We want people to see prevention as their responsibility, not just something for government agencies,” one official said.

The FFS Lagos Command advised residents to report fire emergencies promptly using official hotlines and encouraged regular participation in safety trainings. As at June 2026, authorities say heightened awareness and early intervention remain key strategies for reducing casualties and property damage from fires in densely populated urban areas like Amuwo-Odofin.

Source: https://guardian.ng/news/nigeria/metro/seadogs-firefighters-sensitise-lagos-residents-on-fire-risks-prevention/