Daijiworld Media Network - Abu Dhabi (SR)

Abu Dhabi, Aug 24:  The General Directorate of Civil Defence in Abu Dhabi has identified  poor wiring, short circuits, and overloaded plug points as major causes of electricity related fires in the Abu Dhabi and has warned residents not to use plugs with loose wiring and cheap cable extensions. 

Authorities also said lack of periodic maintenance of electrical appliances like air-conditioners since many years has been noted as a fire hazard especially during summer season.

As reported in Khaleej times, First Lieutenant Mohammed Al Hinai from the civil protection department at the General Directorate of Civil Defence said it is important that residents ensure that electricity is installed by experts using 'approved' cables and devices. Residents have also been advised to avoid random electric connections, which pose 'great danger' because these lack safety measures.

Al Hinai requested residents to switch off electric devices when it is not in use and warn children of the dangers of misusing electrical equipment. He also said that civil defence team has been carrying out awareness campaigns throughout the year to educate residents, including housewives, domestic workers, children and others about precautions that can be taken  to prevent fire accidents.