On Tuesday 7th September at 01:45 local time a fire broke out at Tangerang prison, Indonesia. The fire blazed for just over an hour until local authority were able to put it out. 41 prisoners lost their lives. Whilst the cause is still being investigated, it is thought to have been due to faulty electrics that had been in place since the building was erected in 1972. Apparently, guards had managed to unlock some of the cells but then had to leave as the fire raged.
This truly heart-breaking event brings to light how important fire safety knowledge is, and how, in institutions, there should be precautions in place to protect those within them. A prison is no exception to this fact, and the detainees within should feel safe in the knowledge that protective emergency procedures exist and are regularly practiced.
At Integritas we campaign for those who do not have their own voice to try and improve prison conditions. We also partner with other NGOs to support their work such as @TripleBCareProjects @val.smithorr which help provide correct care and treatment for adults and children with burns in the Philippines.
Read more at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-58483850