Electrical Faults Blamed for 70% of Iraq Fire Incidents

BAGHDAD, Iraq — Iraqi officials say electrical faults account for roughly 70 percent of the country's annual fire incidents, which cause billions of dinars in damage each year. Security measures introduced in recent months are beginning to show results. Inspections have led to the closure of more than 1,500 businesses, and authorities have imposed stricter fire safety requirements nationwide. Former Parliament Services Commission member Bekir es-Sadi said reassessing the public safety file is a critical step. One business owner reported losses exceeding 50 million dinars after a fire caused by an electrical fault. Experts say modernizing aging electrical networks and enforcing fire safety regulations represent the most effective approach to reducing summer fire incidents.