Write a Press Release of the kick-off ceremony of the 2024 Fire Prevention Month as a cadet of the Philippine Public Safety Academy (PPSA) point-of-view who attended the event and was part of the civic parade.

Write a Press Release of the kick-off ceremony of the 2024 Fire Prevention Month as a cadet of the Philippine Public Safety Academy (PPSA) point-of-view who attended the event and was part of the civic parade, based from the details below:Details:The Bureau of Fire Protection officially kicked off the observance of Fire Prevention Month Friday with a grand Kick-Off Parade at the Quirino Grandstand, with a fireworks display held in the evening.Firefighters from the BFP and volunteer fire brigades, various government agencies, such as the AFP, PNP, Coast Guard, MMDA, DOH, DPWH, and partners in the private and corporate sector, attended the civic parade of fire trucks, emergency vehicles, and related assets and capabilities at the said event.The country continues to observe Fire Prevention Month by Presidential Proclamation 115-A of former President Ferdinand Marcos Sr. in 1966. According to statistics from the BFP, fire incidents frequently occur in the months of March and April, and are seen as having a direct correlation to the rising temperatures brought about by the summer season.Fires that are electrical in origin remain to be the leading cause of these incidents, averaging at about 40.72 percent of the 16,433 incidents recorded in 2023. In the sweltering heat of this summer season, forest fires, particularly the ongoing incident in Benguet, have been keeping firefighters on their toes due to the challenging terrain and difficulties in transporting fire equipment.The BFP recommends the maintenance of electrical connections by licensed professionals once every two years. Exercise caution in using electricity especially with electric fans, air conditioners, and refrigerators. Having a good exit drill in the home and practicing good housekeeping are also recommended to minimize the chances of the occurrence of fire.The BFP is continuously implementing "Oplan Ligtas na Pamayanan," its flagship program in fire prevention with the immersion of firefighters in various communities, reducing fire hazards, doing fire safety education, and pre-fire planning in communities.Meanwhile, Col. Annalee Atienza, BFP spokesperson who guested the Malacañang Press Briefing Bagong Pilipinas, said their "Oplan Ligtas na Pamayanan” included EDITH – Emergency Drill In The Home.But what everybody wanted in the bureau is the agency's modernization program, according to Atienza."Ngayon po, ang atin pong pinapalakas, siyempre iyong mga existing resources natin at tayo naman po ay excited sa pagkalatag ng BFP modernization. Sa sampung taon na darating, simula ngayon ay mapupunuan na po iyong kakulangan natin sa fire truck at fire station, at ganoon na rin sa pagdagdag ng personnel," she said as she acknowledge the support of fire volunteers who are augmenting their force.She added that there are collaborated and concerted efforts of the neighborhood barangay officials as first responders along with homeowners’ association officials, "siyempre with coordination din ng local government unit."Along with this, Atienza added what they call FAST (First Aid Service Team) where nurses are trained to ride and drive a motorcycle for fast response.

Write a Press Release of the kick-off ceremony of the 2024 Fire Prevention Month based from what you have seen and experienced.

Find time to watch a TV news about that ceremony and write down the key points that are given attention by the media:PTV News in youtube: BFP, nagsagawa ng kick-off ceremony para sa Fire Prevention Month -          Kick-off of Fire Prevention Month 2024-          New program of the BFP: How to save oneself in times of fire. "Oplan Ligtas na Pamayanan” included EDITH – Emergency Drill In The Home. Having a good exit drill in the home and practicing good housekeeping are also recommended to minimize the chances of the occurrence of fire.-          According to BFP’s spokesperson: Don’t be shocked with the great number of fire incidents the past days since from January up to now there are numerous of fire incidents which is higher that last year.-          That day, a fire alarm broke in a residential area in Valenzuela seen a video. In the video also, firefighters were seen how they responded and suppressed the fire.-          According to BFP’s spokesperson, 3,044 fire incidents already transpired this year from January 1 – March 1. FSUPT ANNALEE ATIENZA said that there is an increase by 25% of fire incidents from last year’s January 1 to March 1.-          Primary Causes of Fire: sigarilyo, lutuan, paglundag ng kuryente (arcing), loose connection ng kuryente and overloading.-          BFP is doing double time in reminding the public to keep alert on the causes of fire.-          Kick-off of Fire Prevention Month to increase the awareness of the publice on fire safety.-          FSUPT ANNALEE ATIENZA, “ we are strengthening the awareness of the public in how to exit the burning house without delay by keeping exit access free from blockage and locking.-          During the parade, the BFP showcased its assets in terms of Emergency Response together with other agencies such as Coast Guard, Navy, PNP, BJMP and fire volunteers and private fire brigades.-           FSUPT ANNALEE ATIENZA added that the BFP’s "Oplan Ligtas na Pamayanan” now included includes its new program called EDITH – Emergency Drill In The Home.-          Along with this, Atienza added what they call FAST (First Aid Service Team) where nurses are trained to ride and drive a motorcycle for fast response to vehicular accidents since ambulances cannot response in heavy traffic.-          Anticipate that the 123 areas in the Philippines without fire trucks and fire stations awill have one and additional assets as aerial ladder and chopper as part of the first 3 to 5 years of the  BFP modernization program.-          The BFP is extending its gratitude to fire and rescue volunteers who played a big role in responding not just to fire emergencies but to other emergencies which is in line of their “bayanihan” cause.

Write a Report of your personal experience and observations of how the event was carried out. Point out positive and negative observations regarding the organization of that event, especially the management/handling of the media. Details:The Bureau of Fire Protection officially kicked off the observance of Fire Prevention Month Friday with a grand Kick-Off Parade at the Quirino Grandstand, with a fireworks display held in the evening.Firefighters from the BFP and volunteer fire brigades, various government agencies, such as the AFP, PNP, Coast Guard, MMDA, DOH, DPWH, and partners in the private and corporate sector, attended the civic parade of fire trucks, emergency vehicles, and related assets and capabilities at the said event.The country continues to observe Fire Prevention Month by Presidential Proclamation 115-A of former President Ferdinand Marcos Sr. in 1966. According to statistics from the BFP, fire incidents frequently occur in the months of March and April, and are seen as having a direct correlation to the rising temperatures brought about by the summer season.Fires that are electrical in origin remain to be the leading cause of these incidents, averaging at about 40.72 percent of the 16,433 incidents recorded in 2023. In the sweltering heat of this summer season, forest fires, particularly the ongoing incident in Benguet, have been keeping firefighters on their toes due to the challenging terrain and difficulties in transporting fire equipment.The BFP recommends the maintenance of electrical connections by licensed professionals once every two years. Exercise caution in using electricity especially with electric fans, air conditioners, and refrigerators. Having a good exit drill in the home and practicing good housekeeping are also recommended to minimize the chances of the occurrence of fire.The BFP is continuously implementing "Oplan Ligtas na Pamayanan," its flagship program in fire prevention with the immersion of firefighters in various communities, reducing fire hazards, doing fire safety education, and pre-fire planning in communities.Meanwhile, Col. Annalee Atienza, BFP spokesperson who guested the Malacañang Press Briefing Bagong Pilipinas, said their "Oplan Ligtas na Pamayanan” included EDITH – Emergency Drill In The Home.But what everybody wanted in the bureau is the agency's modernization program, according to Atienza."Ngayon po, ang atin pong pinapalakas, siyempre iyong mga existing resources natin at tayo naman po ay excited sa pagkalatag ng BFP modernization. Sa sampung taon na darating, simula ngayon ay mapupunuan na po iyong kakulangan natin sa fire truck at fire station, at ganoon na rin sa pagdagdag ng personnel," she said as she acknowledge the support of fire volunteers who are augmenting their force.She added that there are collaborated and concerted efforts of the neighborhood barangay officials as first responders along with homeowners’ association officials, "siyempre with coordination din ng local government unit."Along with this, Atienza added what they call FAST (First Aid Service Team) where nurses are trained to ride and drive a motorcycle for fast response.

Find time to watch a TV news about that ceremony and write down the key points that are given attention by the media.PTV News in youtube: BFP, nagsagawa ng kick-off ceremony para sa Fire Prevention Month