Johor Fire Department gears up for open burning incidents

Johor Fire and Rescue Department director Datuk Yahaya Madis (left) placing a reflective vest on a Fire and Rescue personnel member during the department monthly assembly at the Johor Fire and Rescue Department headquarters in Johor Baru.

JOHOR BARU: The Johor Fire and Rescue Department is prepared to deal with the possibilities of open burning incidents following the hot weather, especially at the hotspots in Muar and Pontian.

Its director Datuk Yahaya Madis said since Jan 10, the department had received 764 calls related to open burning from the public.