The Virgin Islands Fire and Rescue Services Department is urging the public to continue to demonstrate mindfulness and use precautionary measures in controlled burning during this extremely dry period.

The Ministry of Communication and Works is advising residents and visitors to the Virgin Islands to take the extra measures in ensuring their safety and the safety of others during this festival season.

Fire Officer #51 Joseph Graham returned home this week victorious having won the Firefighter Challenge at the Caribbean Association of Fire Chief's (CAFC) Conference in Santo Domingo.