COVID-19 Scare: Enugu State Fire Service Men Storm Metropolis
…As Enugu State Fire Service Continues Decontamination of Enugu Metropolis, Environs
By Chris Ugwuja, Nsukka
In keeping with the directives of Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi, men of the Enugu State Fire Service have stormed the metropolis and the environs in continuation of the fumigation of the state as part of the proactive safety measures to contain the spread of Coronavirus Disease also referred to as COVID-19 pandemic.
The Enugu State Fire Service men commenced the fumigation exercise from Ogbete Main Market, Enugu, which was recently shut by the state government, through Polo Shopping Mall, GRA, to Old Artisan Market, Ogui Road.
The exercise, personally inspected by Gov. Ugwuanyi and heads of security agencies in the state, continued this on Thursday around the popular Michael Okpara Square, Independence Layout, Enugu.
Addressing newsmen, the State Chief Fire Officer, Engr. Okwudiri Ohaa, disclosed that the state government will fumigate major markets in the state before they are reopened.
Engr. Ohaa maintained that the state government is committed to ensuring that COVID-19 does not pose a threat to the state, stressing that all efforts are being made to achieve that.
As disclosed by the Chief Fire Officer the fumigation train moved to Obiagu axis of the metropolis on Friday and will go to Nsukka zone from Monday, and then to other parts of the state.
He pointed out that they will use the opportunity to sensitise and enlighten the people on the deadly novel Coronavirus disease as well as associated preventive measures.
Engr. Ohaa explained that the substance they are using for the fumigation is powerful chlorine disinfectant mixed with calcium hypochlorite, stating that it is not poisonous to health.
He commended Gov. Ugwuanyi for providing all the necessary support to the Enugu State Fire Service that will enhance effective decontamination, fumigation and disinfection of the state, promising that they will continue to discharge their duties professionally to the satisfaction of the public.
He therefore urged residents of the state to stay at home in compliance with the state government’s directives and observe other safety measures, aimed at containing the spread of COVID-19 in the state.
