A fire hazardous period. Matches are not toys for children

On April 16, 2025, a crucial fire safety lesson took place in East Kazakhstan region, organized by Örken East Kazakhstan Regional Scientific and Methodological Center for Informatization and Education Development of Education Administration of East Kazakhstan region. The event was held jointly with Seitkamza Madina, a senior engineer of State Fire Control Administration of Emergency Situations Department of East Kazakhstan region, Captain of Civil Protection.

The aim of the lesson was to raise children’s awareness of the fire-hazardous period and to instill a sense of responsibility when it comes to following basic fire safety rules. Special attention was paid to the theme “Matches are not toys for children”, aiming to highlight just how dangerous playing with fire can be. 

The emergency expert told the students about the common causes of fires, their consequences and precautions. She explained that matches and lighters must always be kept out of children’s reach, and gave real-life examples of fire-related tragedies that started with a single careless act.

The organizers of the event stressed that such educational initiatives are vital for instilling a culture of safety in the younger generation. The lesson participants gained not only useful knowledge, but also came away with a deeper understanding of how their own behavior can protect lives and property.

The Örken Centre and Emergency Situations Department of East Kazakhstan region plan to continue holding such educational events in order to reach even more schoolchildren and boost overall fire safety awareness across the region.