220 emergency fire calls received by Delhi Fire Services in 24 hours on 28-29 May, with 183 related to fire outbreaks.

Delhi Fire Services (DFS) received a record-breaking 220 emergency calls related to fires within a 24-hour period on May 28-29, with 183 calls directly related to fire outbreaks. The heatwave in Delhi has led to an increase in fire incidents, with the DFS advising residents to inspect electrical devices and install local MCBs to prevent fires. In 2022, the DFS has received 8,912 fire-related calls, with 55 fatalities and over 300 injuries due to fires.

May 30, 2024
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