NFA reports 153 fires this year, urging caution as Diwali approaches
153 homes have been destroyed in fires far this year with houses suffering over 80 percent damage in each case. As Diwali approaches, NFA is urging the public to exerc
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2 women escape house fire in Nadawa
Two women were able to escape a fire at their Tiri Road home in Nadawa in the last hour. No one was injured in the fire as the women were quickly taken out by their ne
Nadi family seeks assistance after home destroyed by fire on Sunday
A family of five from Votualevu, Nadi, is seeking assistance after their home was destroyed in a fire on Sunday. Shahista Azmin Bi, the daughter of the homeowner, says
Rising residential fires spark concern as NFA urges public vigilance on fire safety
The National Fire Authority has expressed serious concern after 10 residential fires occurred this month, compared to 15 during the same period last year. NFA says the
NFA raises alarm as more house fires recorded in the Western Division
The National Fire Authority has expressed concern about the rising number of fires in the Western Division over the past three days. NFA says the first fire occurred a
People can be fined up to $10,000 for burning rubbish without approval - NFA
If anyone is found unlawfully burning rubbish in their compound without proper approval, they can be fined up to $10,000 under the Environment Act. This is the warning
Fire safety at work is vital for high-risk businesses - Puamau
The National Fire Authority is cautioning restaurant and eatery owners to ensure their staff undergo fire safety at work training conducted by the Authority after they re
NFA calls on the public to be very cautious when attempting a fire rescue
The CEO of the National Fire Authority, Sowane Puamau, says any loss of life from fire is a tragic event after a man in his 40s died while trying to assist a homeowner w
Quick action stops fire from spreading in building at Raojibhai Patel Street
Quick action by the National Fire Authority and bystanders helped contain the fire that broke out in a building at Raojibhai Patel Street in Suva this afternoon. It is
House on fire at Gaji Road
A house is on fire at Gaji Road in Samabula. The house is located in an informal settlement. 🔥 House on fire at Gaji Roadâ—Read More: https://t.co/h6nQ
NFA unveils new uniforms after 29 Years
You will now see the National Fire Authority officers in a new look after their official attire has been revamped and launched 29 years after it was nationalised. Whil
NFA investigates 3 fires in the last two days
National Fire Authority investigators have started looking into three fires in the past two days, with one incident Monday resulting in the death of a 75-year-old bedridd
75-year-old man tragically dies in Lautoka house fire
A 75-year-old man has died in a fatal fire incident in his house in Qaliwalu Settlement, Lautoka. The man was trapped inside the house when the fire started at around
16 people were displaced after three home fires in the past four days
At least 16 people have been displaced after three home fires in the past four days. National Fire Authority Chief Executive Officer Puamau Sowane says despite the NFA
NFA and Police investigate 3 home fires in Nadi and Lautoka
The National Fire Authority and Police are currently conducting a joint investigation into the 3 cases of home fires that were reported yesterday in Nadi and Lautoka.
NFA urges Govt and schools to insure their property as fire destroys Ra High dormitories and workshop
The National Fire Authority is urging the government and schools around the country to insure their properties to avoid huge losses in case of a fire after a fire destroy
NFA partners with Queensland Fire and Emergency Services to enhance firefighting capabilities
In enhancing their service, the National Fire Authority had a milestone achievement earlier this week as they signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Queensland Fir
NFA Investigates three fires: Navuso Institute and residential properties affected
The National Fire Authority is investigating three fires that occurred between Friday and Sunday to find out their probable causes. NFA says at 4.04am on Sunday, the N
Police and NFA investigates two cases of fire in Navua and Navuso over the weekend
A joint investigation between the Fiji Police Force and the National Fire Authority is underway following two cases of fire over the weekend. Police say the first case
Nakasi family thankful to NFA for swift response to flood emergency
A family in Nakasi is grateful to the National Fire Authority for responding timely to their call for assistance last night. A team from the Nakasi Fire Station respon
Police investigate elements of negligence in 2 year old’s death in fire
Police are investigating elements of negligence following the death of a 2 year old girl in Vunikoko settlement in Seaqaqa on Monday. Divisional Police Commander North