A lighter left in Nicosia exploded after being left in the sun, leading to a car fire. This incident followed a similar situation in Gönyeli. The fires that occurred in both Nicosia and Gönyeli highlighted the dangers of carelessly leaving items like lighters in hot conditions.
The event took place around 3:00 PM on Kızılay Street. A lighter forgotten in the front of a parked vehicle overheated due to sunlight and exploded, igniting a fire. Fortunately, the fire was quickly controlled by the firefighting teams.
The front of the car was completely burned, and the flames and high temperatures caused damage to the interior as well. It is believed that greater damage was avoided, as the fire was extinguished quickly.
Police Urge Maximum Caution
In light of these shocking incidents, the Police Press Office made important warnings to citizens. They emphasized that items such as lighters, sprays, and perfumes should not be left under the sun to avoid an increased fire risk.
Additionally, they pointed out that glass bottles and water-filled plastic bottles should also not be exposed to direct sunlight. Leaving such flammable materials, particularly in parked cars or forested areas, poses a significant fire risk.
The police advised citizens not to leave these kinds of items inside vehicles and to avoid placing glass and water-filled plastic bottles in sunny areas. It should be noted that a moment of carelessness can lead to a major disaster.
Quick Response to Fire Reports
Citizens were once again reminded to call the 199 Fire Reporting Line in case of fire situations. An investigation by the police into this fire incident in Nicosia is ongoing, and details are being monitored.
Source: www.diyaloggazetesi.com
