The National Disaster Management Agency (NDMA) has issued a stark warning following a dramatic increase in fire-related incidents across Sierra Leone. In the first quarter of 2025, a
By focusing on education, sustainable practices, robust preparedness, and effective governance, Sierra Leone can work towards a future where the destructive force of uncontrolled fires
The initial objective of Sierra Leone Red Cross Society (SLRCS) intervention was to support the impoverished fire disaster victims in Bo, Pujehun, Bonthe and Moyamba districts who were left
Fire Force advises on fire prevention By Politico Staff Writer The Sierra Leone Fire Force has warned citizens to be careful with fire outbreak,
A fire incident with an unknown cause broke out late on Wednesday 24 March 2021 in Susan''s Bay, an overcrowded area in the capital city of Sierra Leone (Freetown), where thousands of
Africa-Press – Sierra-Leone. The National Fire Force is intensifying public education initiatives to prevent fires in Sierra Leone, emphasizing the importance of proper electrical practices.
NDMA-SL is an Agency established to manage disasters emergencies throughout Sierra Leone, to establish offices of the Agency
The alarming increase in fire outbreaks has placed significant strain on NDMA''s emergency response teams nationwide. In response, the Agency is urging residents to remain
These fire outbreaks hover mainly around dwelling houses within Freetown. “The National Disaster Management Agency through its Directorate of Risk Reduction and Preparedness
In conclusion, Director Lebbie thanked the Ministry of Defence and the Republic of Sierra Leone Armed Forces senior management for such an
EPA-SL = Sierra Leone Environmental Protection Agency EVD = Ebola Virus Disease GFDRR = Global Facility for Disaster Reduction and Recovery GoSL = Government of Sierra Leone HARPIS-SL =
As Sierra Leone enters the second quarter of 2025, the NDMA is appealing for immediate and sustained action at community levels, public spaces, and individual homes to curb fire outbreaks.
"Environment Protection Agency" means the Environment Protection Agency established by the Environment Protection Agency Act, 2008 (Act No. 11 of 2008); "Government" means the
Here too, the National Fire Force is a key component of Sierra Leone''s disaster response machinery. “When there is a fire, when people are trapped, when there is a mudslide, we are there.
The Parliament of Sierra Leone has issued a formal disclaimer regarding the recently enacted Child Rights Act, 2025, clarifying that the
in Sierra Leone, focusing on the entire disaster management cycle: prevention, preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation. It is int nded to be inclusive, addressing the unique vulnerabilities and
The alarming increase in fire outbreaks has placed significant strain on NDMA''s emergency response teams nationwide. In response, the Agency is urging residents to remain
Ways Forward In many rural Sierra areas Leone of a situation exists much less effective than they used to be. In Fire Prevention Act. The power of the traditional rulers to enforce eroded in the current
The main disaster law in Sierra Leone is The National Disaster Management Agency Act, 2020. The table below analyses the contents of this law. It is divided into 13 key topics relating to disaster risk
The Fire Force Officer encouraged people to ensure that they''re equipped with fire extinguishers in their houses in case of fire emergencies and
Fire hydrants and water supplies. Power to search for and order removal of inflammable materials. Fire Authority to make arrangements for obtaining information fire-fighting and for prevention of fire. Fire
The recurring nature of these fires highlights the critical need for community-led fire prevention initiatives, improved urban planning policies, and
If fires are an ever-present danger in the dry season, then the wet season brings floods and landslides. Here too, the National Fire Force is a key component of Sierra Leone''s disaster response machinery.
This staggering 94% of all reported disasters emphasises the urgent need for stronger fire prevention measures, enhanced emergency response,
Recognizing the critical need to curb fire disasters, the NDMA has launched a comprehensive action plan focused on prevention, preparedness,
Do these fire incidents reflect a deeper meaning of what is really wrong with our country? In order to address this hypothesis, let us use the colonial period as the point of departure for this
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