The Department, with the assistance of BVI Cable TV, runs Fire Safety tips to educate the public in fire safety.

In case of fire, telephone the Fire and Rescue Department by dialing 999 or 911 and clearly state the location of the fire.
If a closed door feels warm don’t open it; fire could be behind it.
Close the doors of the room where the fire is located. This will delay the spread of the fire and smoke.
Close all doors. If there is a fire this will help to prevent spreading and protect your escape routes.
If you are cut off by fire, remember that smoke is as deadly as flames. Close doors and any other openings and seal cracks with bedding.
Don’t throw cigarette or pipe ash into waste paper basket.
Don’t plug any appliance into a light fixture.
Don’t overload your electrical outlets.
Don’t run electrical wires under carpets.
Have your electrical wiring inspected regularly.
Keep matches and lighters out of the reach of children.
Never throw a lighted cigarette out of a car window.
Smoke alarm can detect smoke from fires in their earliest stage and sound a warning alarm. They can give you those precious few minutes of warning, which increase the chances of you and your family getting out safely.
Don’t smoke in bed.
If an appliance smokes or has an unusual smell, unplug it immediately and have it repaired.