The Saint Lucia Fire Service (SLFS) has cautioned against drinking and driving and unattended fires in its annual message to coincide with the festive season.
In the department’s annual message, Divisional Officer David Antoine, the Officer in Charge of Fire Prevention, warned against overloading electrical outlets.
Antoine also offered fire prevention tips.
Haven’t we learned anything from the past years? Cautioning and urging drivers not to get on the road drunk or impaired has not worked. It’s time to get the tools of enforcement. A breathalyzer is where we start. Dollars versus Mango Longs the equipment will make money. Enough to buy new ones. Mouthing the same harmless words year after year, only result in serious loss of credibility.