During a recent meeting hosted by the St. Kitts and Nevis Fire and Rescue Services, the topic of dangerous trends involving fire was the center of discussion.

One thing in particular which was trending on social media known as the “Fire challenge” involved individuals pouring alcohol in their palms or other body parts and lighting it on fire. The trend resulted in a number of repercussions involving serious burns and hospitalizations of the participants.

FSSOII – Rommel Williams spoke on the seriousness of the challenge and the many dangers it poses:

He also urged parents to continue to educate their children on the importance of fire safety and to refrain from actions which offers such risk:

Mr. Rommel Williams.