SCDF issues safety advisory ahead of seventh month festival

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In view of the Lunar seventh month starting on Wednesday, the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) is reminding people to be more careful when conducting religious activities such as the burning of incense papers and joss sticks, which is expected to increase.

SCDF advises those living in public housing estates to always burn incense paper in the incense burners or metal containers provided by the town councils.

Private residential owners are also encouraged to use incense paper burners. They should also avoid throwing lighted materials such as candles and matches onto grass patches and fields, as these may inadvertently start a fire.

The burners or containers should be placed on sturdy ground and at a safe distance away from combustible materials and locations such as the switch room or other residential premises.

Those burning incense paper should also check the area for smouldering incense or embers, and make sure that the fires are completely put out before leaving.