The Guyana Fire Service is currently investigating the circumstances which led to a fire on the
Essequibo Coast today.
The Fire Department was made aware of the fire at 13:26 hrs and Water Tenders #77 and #88
from the Anna Regina Fire Station were immediately dispatched to the Lot 91 Walton Hall
location. The building involved was a one flat wooden building, owned by Ramdass Samdass
who resided there with his partner Serogene Persaud.
As a result of the fire, fifty-seven-year-old Ramdass Samdass tragically lost his life and the entire
building and its contents were destroyed. Investigations are underway to ascertain what caused
the fire. Two lines working from Water Tender #88 tank supply were used to extinguish the fire.
The Guyana Fire Service said that it would like to express sincere condolences to the relatives
and friends of Ramdass Samdass. The GFS is once again urging citizens to equip their homes
with smoke detectors and fire extinguishers and to be careful when cooking or using electrical
appliances.
Unplug electrical appliances after use and do not leave them plugged in for prolonged periods.
Do not overload power strips or electrical circuits. Ensure stoves are turned off properly when
cooking and ensure matches or cigarettes are put out completely when smoking.
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