Kano records 20 fire incidents, 10 deaths in July

The Kano State Fire Service recorded 20 fire incidents and responded to 13 emergency rescue calls across the state in July 2026.

The figures were contained in a statement released on Saturday and signed by the Public Relations Officer, Saminu Yusif Abdullahi.

According to the report, the Service also recorded five false alarms during the month.

“Ten people lost their lives in various incidents, while six others were successfully rescued from different emergency situations. The report also showed that property worth N9.381 million was destroyed by fire, while firefighters were able to save property valued at N37.524 million,” the statement added.

The Director of the Kano State Fire Service, Alhaji Sani Anas, urged residents to exercise caution when handling fire and ensure that all sources of fire were properly extinguished after use.

He warned that failure to completely extinguish fires could lead to avoidable outbreaks and the loss of lives and property.

Anas also appealed to parents and guardians to closely monitor their children, particularly around water bodies and other hazardous areas.

He advised them to prevent children from playing near puddles, ponds, rivers, and uncovered wells to reduce incidents of drowning.