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Fire Service warned against prank calls
…received calls about fire at NIS, NBS, several schools
Kaieteur News- The Guyana Fire Service (GFS) received several calls on Wednesday, reporting fires at various public offices and schools.
NIS building operations halted as firefighters inspect the building (Fire Service warned)
However, upon investigation, these reports were found to be false. In a statement, the GFS explained, “This morning, we received multiple calls reporting fires at schools and public offices. However, as our fire crews responded, no fires were found at these locations.”
The GFS also issued a reminder that such calls are dangerous, emphasising they waste time and resources. “These false alarms make it difficult for firefighters to respond promptly to actual emergencies,” the Fire Service said.
Divisional Officer in charge of operations, Andrew Holder, confirmed with Kaieteur News that two National Insurance Scheme (NIS) buildings—one located on Brickdam and the other between Camp and Middle Streets in Georgetown—were among the reported locations. Holder clarified that the report at Brickdam was a false alarm, while at the Camp and Middle Street location, workers had smelled something burning and called the Fire Service. However, upon arrival, no fire was found. Additionally, the GFS received prank calls from other locations, including The New Building Society Ltd, West Ruimveldt Primary School, and St. Barnabas Special School.
(Fire Service warned against prank calls)
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