Fire emergencies? Call 911

Photo courtesy of BFP

 By Jimmyley Guzman 

PASIG CITY (PIA) — In observance of Fire Prevention Month this March, the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) reminded the public to call the Unified 911 for fire emergencies.

During the kickoff event for the Fire Prevention Month held Sunday at the SM MOA Globe in Pasay City, DILG Assistant Secretary for Communications and External Affairs, Atty. Maria Liavel C. Badillo-Crisostomo, representing Secretary Juanito Victor “Jonvic” Remulla, emphasized the shared responsibility in fire prevention.

“Fire safety starts with what we do every day—sa mga maliit na desisyon at gawain sa bahay, trabaho at komunidad. We cannot all rely solely on the BFP; while they are the first responders, we should do our part. Sa pag-iwas sa sunog, hindi ka nag-iisa. No one should be left behind,” said Badillo-Crisostomo.

The DILG official added the importance of immediate reporting through the Unified 911.

“Knowing who to call is our first step—always remember our direct line to safety is our Unified 911 System,” said the official as she also urged the public for immediate reporting and response.

The kickoff event also featured a ceremonial signing of the “Wall of Support” and concluded with a motorcade from the MOA Globe to Quezon Memorial Circle.

According to BFP, the month-long fire safety campaign aims to intensify public awareness on fire safety and remind the shared commitment to a fire-safe nation. (JEG/PIA-NCR)