PNG Fire Service

Police operations for FIFA U20 World Cup on target

Discussions have been held with the respective stake holders and a joint committee has been created.

The committee is made up of the members of the force with Royal PNG Constabulary as the lead agency for the public security and plan as well as the national Maritime and Safety Authority, National Security Advisory Council and PNG Fire Service.

NCD Metropolitan Superintendent Ben Turi say that residents in Port Moresby should take heed of warnings from police as roadblocks will be conducted on at random times and places in the city leading up to the World Cup next month.

Chief fire officer retires after 30 years of service

The Government has now appointed deputy chief fire officer, Bill Roo, as the acting chief fire officer. 

Roo, from the Enga Province, has been with the Fire Service also for more than 30 years and brings with him vast experience in the various areas of emergency management.

Silas thanked the government for its support during his tenure of office. 

He however, has called on the government to do more to improve the Fire Service so that it can deliver effectively on its mandated functions. 

Report soon on Malaoro fire

He would not comment on the cause of the fire, adding that the report is anticipated to be released soon.

Meantime, NCD Fire Commander Akia Koia says that investigations are going well despite being halted initially to deal with rioters.

Fire risk a threat to investment - Polye

He said the government should take the lead with adequate funding. 

Polye’s statement stems from a wave of fire destroying properties worth millions nationwide in the space of 24 months, with TST Group of companies’ in Port Moresby being the latest.

He challenged Prime Minister Peter O’Neill to adequately fund PNG Fire services as fire risks are a threat to the investment portfolio of the country.

He said downgrading of PNG’s B+ to negative B in the business climate index only makes the situation worse.