In observance of Fire Prevention Month, the Guyana Fire Service held a Fire Safety Fair and Exhibition today, October 14th, 2022, at the National Park.

The Honourable Minister of Home Affairs, Mr. Robeson Benn, attended the event and gave the feature address.

The exhibition showcased the services offered by the Guyana Fire Service, the firefighting equipment and apparatus, as well as stakeholders and their various products.

A demonstration of how the Fire Service responds to fire calls and how they strategically put out a fire was shown to the spectators, which included students and teachers from various schools. While also explaining fire prevention and safety rules and regulations.

The students were also engaged in a quiz segment where they were awarded prizes.

The Minister of Labour, Hon. Joseph Hamilton was also present at today’s event.