The Philippines is facing a national emergency. Fire incidents are on a staggering rise, with the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) recording a 21.1% increase in 2023 and a 23% surge in the first two months of 2024 alone. From April 1 to 26 in 2023, the BFP and the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) reported a jaw-dropping 40% spike in fires compared to the same period in 2022.

As the scorching summer heat intensifies, overloaded electrical appliances like air conditioners pose a heightened risk, making smoke detectors, fire alarms, water sprinklers, and fire extinguishers more crucial than ever. Tragically, thousands of families continue to be rendered homeless by these blazing infernos.

Smoking, faulty electrical wiring, lit cigarettes, and unattended stoves or cooking are the top three fire threats plaguing our nation in 2024. But there’s another alarming issue – increased traffic congestion, which delays emergency response times, particularly for fire department services.

It’s time to take action and empower our communities with a proactive, integrated fire safety system.

Enter Firestop and 8E EmergiNet MEERAS – a dynamic duo revolutionizing fire protection in the Philippines.

MEERAS, the Multi-Emergency Early Response App System, is an innovative emergency app that caters to various emergencies, including fires, security threats, medical crises, disasters, and residential/commercial building emergencies. With its cutting-edge features, MEERAS ensures rapid response, early detection, automated alerts, resource optimization, and property protection.

But MEERAS isn’t just an app; it’s a complete package for fire safety, complemented by Firestop’s fire protection system that includes smart smoke detectors, fire extinguishers (ball fire and cylindrical), and a fire sprinkler system.

Together, Firestop and 8E EmergiNet MEERAS offer a 3-pronged approach to comprehensive fire safety:

1. Early Detection: Smart fire detection and alarm systems trigger instant alerts on phones and the command center with a smart reporting system (SRS) for dual alerting.

2. Instant Suppression: Smart fire protection systems use lightweight (1.3 kg) ball fire extinguishers that automatically suppress fires at their origin when temperatures reach 70°C.

3. Unified and Fast Response: The Smart Reporting System (SRS) at the command center instantly connects communities with call-for-help (CFH) apps, linking them with the nearest emergency responders.

In a world filled with uncertainties, where every second counts during an emergency, the Disaster Expo USA 2023 award-winning 8E EMERGINET MEERAS was born with a groundbreaking mission: to ensure that no call-for-help user waits longer than 60 seconds during an emergency. This rapid response time is the cornerstone of 8E EmergiNet MEERAS, setting it apart as a pioneer in emergency technology.

FIRESTOP, a beacon of trust and innovation in the fire protection industry for over 41 years, specializes in cutting-edge fire safety solutions like automatic fire sprinkler systems, fire hydrant systems, gas suppression systems, smart smoke detectors, smoke protection masks, refillable cylinder-type fire extinguishers, and self-activating ball-type fire extinguishers.

Don’t let your community become another statistic. Embrace the power of Firestop and 8E EmergiNet MEERAS, and experience the future of fire safety today.

Protect your loved ones, your homes, and your businesses by investing in Firestop and 8E EmergiNet MEERAS. Contact us today to learn more about our comprehensive fire protection solutions and take the first step towards a safer, more secure community.