Baku: The Ministry of Emergency Situations has appealed to the public to observe fire safety rules in connection with the hot weather expected over the weekend, APA reports, citing the Ministry of Emergency Situations.
According to Azeri-Press News Agency, the appeal highlights a forecast from the National Hydrometeorological Service indicating that air temperatures across the country could rise significantly on the upcoming Saturday and Sunday, reaching up to 41°C in some areas. Under these conditions, even minor carelessness or negligence may lead to fires, especially in open areas and forested zones. The increased use of household electrical appliances, like air conditioners, to combat the heat also raises the risk of overloading electrical wiring, which could result in short circuits.
The Ministry urges the public to adhere strictly to fire safety regulations, emphasizing that high temperatures escalate fire risks. It advises against overloading electrical networks in homes and workplaces and recommends regular inspections of the technical condition of electrical equipment and protective devices, with immediate attention to any identified defects. The Ministry also warns against open flames and smoking in areas such as crop fields, threshing areas, and near haystacks. Additionally, private house yards, farms, and industrial facilities should be cleared of dry grass and waste to prevent fire hazards from discarded cigarette butts, glass objects, and materials soaked with flammable liquids.
For residents near forested areas and those venturing into nature for recreation, lighting campfires in forests is only permitted in designated areas. The Ministry stresses the importance of assessing the fire risk of the area before lighting a fire, avoiding areas with dry grass or debris, and ensuring the campfire is never left unattended and completely extinguished before leaving. It is also prohibited to light campfires in windy weather.
The Ministry further advises the public to call 112 in case of danger, underscoring that disregard for these rules poses a threat to lives.