Updated On: 05 May, 2025 09:31 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
The rising temperatures are putting pressure on electrical systems at homes, offices, and industrial areas. This increases the risk of fires caused by overheating, short circuits, gas leaks, and overuse of appliances like fans, air conditioners, and refrigerators, an official statement said

Mumbai Fire Brigade`s Chief Fire Officer (CFO), Ravindra Ambulgekar said that while firefighters are well trained and always ready for operations, major fire incidents can be avoided if every citizen be cautious about certain things and follows safety measures. Representational Pic/File/iStock
Due to recent rise in temperatures in the city, the Mumbai Fire Brigade on Monday issued safety guidelines for citizens and appealed to be cautious to avoid fire incidents.
An official statement said that the Mumbai Fire Brigade has appealed to the citizens to take precautions to prevent possible fire incidents.