The number of fires recently in COVID-19 facilities is quite rightly triggering outrage and anger. Some of the reasons given for the fires have been that these are makeshift facilities or some leak or the other has taken place. These deaths have added to the tsunami of sorrow.

Yet, we can learn some lessons from these tragedies. It is natural to react with disgust and anger, yet, we must be proactive when it comes to fire compliance in our own little worlds. Do we ensure that our own homes are safe?