Spike in fire incidents, dept cancels leaves of its personnel

The Delhi fire department has cancelled leaves of all its personnel amidst a spike in calls related to fire incident.

At least, 150 such calls are being received daily on an average at the fire department this summer season.

"Normally, in summer, we receive 130 calls every day on an average. This time, we have seen that there has been an increase in the average number of calls to 150 daily," said a senior officer.

He attributed the increase to the dry weather conditions.

The department, that is short on manpower, has cancelled the leaves of personnel.

"All the firemen have been working tirelessly and aren't allowed to go on leaves. Only in cases of medical emergencies or some unavoidable crises are leaves granted during this period," he said.
 

With three major fire incidents today, including a cylinder-blast that left five people injured, the department has had a busy day.