Oluwatuyi Calls For Vigilance, Cautions Residents Against Bush Burning As Harmattan Beings.
By Asubiojo G.O
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As the harmattan season gradually intensifies across Ekiti State, the Executive Chairman of Irepodun/Ifelodun Local Government, Hon. Oluwatuyi Oluwagbenga, has called on residents to refrain from bush burning and other fire–related practices that could endanger lives, farms, and property.
In a statement issued from his office on Tuesday, Hon. Oluwatuyi described the harmattan period as “a time that requires heightened caution,” noting that the dry, windy conditions make the environment extremely susceptible to fire outbreaks.
He warned that indiscriminate bush burning—whether for farming, hunting or clearing pathways—poses serious risks, especially in rural communities where vegetation dries up quickly.
“This season demands responsibility and vigilance. A single spark can lead to massive destruction. I am urging all residents, farmers, hunters and community leaders to completely avoid bush burning and embrace safer practices,” he said.
The chairman also directed community heads, local security groups and environmental officers to intensify monitoring across towns and villages to prevent avoidable fire incidents. He emphasized the administration’s commitment to community safety and environmental protection.
Hon. Oluwatuyi further appealed to parents, schools and youth groups to educate children and young people on the dangers associated with playing with matches, fireworks, or burning debris during the harmattan.
“Our collective safety is a shared responsibility. By taking simple precautions, we can protect our farmlands, preserve our environment and avoid tragedies,” he added.
Residents are encouraged to report any fire outbreak or risk, promptly to emergency responders, without hesitation.
The harmattan season typically spans several months, bringing dry winds, low humidity, dust, and increased fire vulnerability across the region.
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