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Fire Safety Mock Drill in Vijayawada Mall Promotes Emergency Preparedness

The Andhra Pradesh Fire Services Department conducted a public awareness program and live mock drill at PVP Mall in Vijayawada. The event, part of a statewide drive during Fire Service Week, demonstrated evacuation procedures and emergency response techniques. Additional Director Gyanasundaram emphasized the need for calm and immediate notification of authorities during a fire. He also highlighted that many household fires can be prevented through careful handling of gas cylinders and electrical appliances.

Key Points: Vijayawada Fire Safety Mock Drill & Awareness Drive

  • Statewide fire safety initiative
  • Live mock drill at PVP Mall
  • Focus on evacuation & emergency response
  • Prevention via gas & electrical safety
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Fire safety awareness drive held in Andhra Pradesh, mock drill conducted in Vijayawada

Andhra Fire Services holds mock drill at PVP Mall, Vijayawada, to demonstrate evacuation and emergency response during Fire Service Week.

"People should not panic during fire accidents and must immediately inform the Fire Department. - Gyanasundaram"

Vijayawada, April 21

As part of a statewide initiative to strengthen fire safety preparedness, the Fire Services Department has organised a public awareness programme and mock drill at PVP Mall in Vijayawada, focusing on fire accident prevention and emergency response.

The programme is being conducted across the state under the slogan "Safe School - Safe Hospital - Fire Safety Society, Together for Fire Prevention," aimed at improving safety awareness among students and the general public.

During the event, fire officials demonstrated live mock drills, showcasing the steps to be taken during a fire emergency, including evacuation procedures, emergency response techniques, and precautionary measures to minimise risk during such incidents.

Speaking on the occasion, Fire Safety Additional Director Gyanasundaram said that sustained awareness campaigns are being carried out across the state as part of Fire Service Week to build a stronger culture of safety consciousness among citizens.

"People should not panic during fire accidents and must immediately inform the Fire Department," Gyanasundaram said. He stressed the importance of a calm and timely response during emergencies.

He further cautioned that many fire-related incidents can be avoided by exercising due care while handling gas cylinders and electrical appliances in households and commercial spaces.

"A large number of accidents occur due to negligence in the use of gas cylinders and electrical equipment. Taking simple precautions can prevent such incidents," he added.

Officials said the objective of conducting such programmes in public spaces like malls and educational institutions is to ensure wider outreach and practical awareness, especially among youth and families.

- ANI

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Priya S
Conducting this at a mall is smart. Lots of families visit on weekends. But I hope they also focus on smaller towns and villages. The fire safety infrastructure there is often very poor, and awareness is even lower. The campaign slogan is nice, but execution in rural areas is the real test.
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Rohit P
The Additional Director is absolutely right about gas cylinders and electrical negligence. In my chawl in Mumbai, people keep cylinders next to stoves and have messy wiring. One small spark and it's a disaster. We need stricter checks by building societies and landlords.
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Ananya R
As a school teacher, I'm glad they mentioned "Safe School". We have fire drills once a year, but they feel very routine. The department should collaborate with schools to make these drills more realistic and engaging for children. Practical knowledge saves lives.
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Michael C
Respectfully, while awareness drives are great, the focus should equally be on improving response times and modernizing equipment. I've read reports of fire tenders getting stuck in traffic or not having enough water. Prevention is one pillar, but efficient response is the other.
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Kavya N
Good step! But what about the countless commercial buildings and factories that flout every safety norm? They have fake certificates and blocked exits. The drive should name and shame such violators publicly. Awareness for public, strict action for violators. 💪

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