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Don't let, don't let, children play with fire
~ Even a small fire is a big fire~
Last Updated January 24, 2024
Fire occurrences caused by playing with fire
137 fires have occurred due to playing with fire in Yokohama in the past 10 years.
Some fires caused damage to surrounding buildings, and others caused damage to surrounding buildings, and fires caused by multiple injured people.
What is the time when fire play occurs a lot?
Looking at the time of fire due to fire play, it often occurs during the evening and night after school (14:00 to 18:00) after school, when children's school ends.
In addition, fires occur frequently in "outdoors" such as parks.
And the gender ratio of unburned people is about 11.5 times, and the behavior by boys is overwhelmingly large.
What is the source of fire?
Lighters are the most common source of fire play that have been revealed for the past 10 years.
Curious children often look at adult gestures that light with lighters.
Lighters should be kept strictly in a place where the child cannot see or reach out of reach.
Examples of fire caused by playing with fire
To prevent fires caused by fire play
Let's tell you about the dangers of fire through various occasions on a daily basis.
Lighters should be kept strictly in places that are out of reach or out of reach of children.
Use a lighter with a CR (Child Resistance) function that cannot be easily operated by children.
When discarding a lighter, dispose of it properly.
Click here for detailed disposal methods. → City of Yokohama, Resources and Waste Recycling Bureau Website (outside site)
"Fireworks" are fun and safe!
Speaking of summer tradition, "fireworks."
Fireworks that should be fun can lead to accidents such as fires and burns if used incorrectly.
Follow the rules and enjoy the fireworks correctly!
Points to play fireworks safely
When the wind is strong, let's stop fireworks.
2 Choose a wide and safe place with no flammable items.
3 Be sure to play with adults as well as children.
4 Prepare a water bucket and always soak the used fireworks in the water.
Don't play towards 5 people or things.
6 It is dangerous to relax fireworks and play. I'll never stop it.
6 Read the instructions carefully and be sure to follow the instructions.
If your clothes are on fire ...
It falls on the spot and rolls "rolley".
If you run away, the fire on your clothes will be extra large.
If the clothes are on fire,
"Stop on the spot (", "Sleeping "roll"
Let's keep in mind.
※Please see the Japan Fireworks Association website (outside site) for other accident cases caused by fireworks and more detailed how to play fireworks.
Fire investigation e-mail magazine
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Prevention Division, Fire Bureau Prevention Department
Phone: 045-334-6406
Phone: 045-334-6406
Fax: 045-334-6610
Email address: sy-yobo@city.yokohama.jp
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