Assistant Divisional Officer (ADO1) Antwi Bosiako of the Ghana Fire Service in the Ashanti Region has issued a critical safety alert to the public, emphasizing the importance of regularly checking the expiry dates of cooking cylinders to prevent devastating fire outbreaks.
According to ADO1 Antwi Bosiako, these expiry dates are marked on the Bottom,
, Handle, and Knob of the cooking cylinder
Mr. Antwi stresses that when purchasing a cylinder, the first and most crucial check is the expiry date. This simple step can save properties from ravaging fires.
Additionally, ADO1 Antwi Bosiako advises the public to inspect the state of their gas cylinders every five years to ensure they remain fit for purpose. He also warns that cylinders should be disposed of after twenty years of use.
“To ensure safety, the public is advised to buy cylinders from authorized and reputable dealers. By being vigilant and taking these precautions, we can collectively reduce the risk of fire outbreaks and protect our communities.”he added
