While firecrackers exploded across the country last New Year’s celebration, Parañaque stood out for one powerful reason: ZERO casualties. ZERO injuries. ZERO excuses.
And behind this rare achievement stands FSUPT LIHER L. BARRIOS, the no-nonsense City Fire Marshal who turned discipline, creativity, and coordination into life-saving action — with the full backing of Mayor Edwin Olivarez, who didn’t just applaud results, but invested in them.
Mayor Olivarez publicly lauded the Bureau of Fire Protection–Parañaque for its exceptional 2025 performance, stressing that no resident was harmed by firecracker-related incidents, a feat almost unheard of during the holiday season.
“This did not happen by accident,” insiders say. “This happened because BFP Parañaque worked hard, smart, and united.”
NO PAMPHLETS. NO LECTURES. JUST RESULTS.
Under FSUPT Barrios’ leadership, the BFP ditched the usual boring pamphlets and warnings. Instead, they launched a “program with a twist” — a fire safety campaign delivered through music.
Yes, music.
Firefighters sang a bureau-composed song warning the public about the dangers of improper firecracker use. The result?
✔️ The message spread
✔️ The people listened
✔️ The community responded
Residents didn’t just comply — they voluntarily surrendered firecrackers and even donated torotots and hornpipes as safer alternatives.
That’s not enforcement. That’s effective leadership.
TEAMWORK THAT SAVED LIVES
FSUPT Barrios was quick to credit the PNP, barangay officials, and — most importantly — the community itself for the seamless coordination that kept Parañaque safe.
Barangay collaboration ensured that vigilance extended to the smallest streets and neighborhoods. Fire safety became a shared responsibility, not just a government obligation.
MAYOR OLIVAREZ PUTS HIS MONEY WHERE HIS PRAISE IS
Mayor Edwin Olivarez didn’t stop at thank-yous and handshakes.
Impressed by the results, the Mayor wholeheartedly committed major fire safety projects for BFP Parañaque — including new fire trucks and ladderized fire trucks, modern equipment designed to match the city’s rapid urban growth.
“These are not promises,” city officials say. “These are already in motion.”
The modernized fire apparatus will not only protect Parañaque but also serve nearby cities in major emergencies — a bold move that positions Parañaque as a regional fire response leader.
BFP PARAÑAQUE MEANS BUSINESS
Under FSUPT Barrios, efficiency doesn’t stop at emergency response.
For the 13th day of the Business One-Stop Shop (BOSS) at Parañaque City Hall, BFP continues to deliver fast, streamlined fire safety permit processing, supervised by FSINSP Leslie Ann C. Ramos, Chief of the Fire Prevention Section.
Fire safety services are also accessible at:
•BFP BOSS Booth, Express Lingkod Service Center, Ayala Malls–Manila Bay
•Online: fsis-e.bfp.com
No red tape. No delays. Just service.
READY FOR THE WORST-CASE SCENARIO
Preparedness remains a top priority.
The Mass Casualty Incident (MCI) Simulation Exercise for Apprentice Fire Officer 1 was conducted by BFP Parañaque EMS personnel under FSINSP Angelique J. Castillo, Chief of EMS.
The message is clear: when disaster strikes, BFP Parañaque will not freeze — they will act.
TRANSPARENCY ON CAMERA
In a strong move to crush corruption and strengthen public trust, FSUPT Barrios led the distribution of body-worn cameras to fire safety inspectors.
Every inspection is now documented.
Every action is recorded.
Every inspector is accountable.
This isn’t just reform — this is institutional discipline.
BOTTOM LINE
While other cities talk, Parañaque delivers.
With FSUPT Liher L. Barrios at the frontline and Mayor Edwin Olivarez providing unwavering political and logistical support, BFP Parañaque has proven that competent leadership saves lives.
Zero casualties. Modern equipment. Transparent operations. Community trust.
This is not business as usual.
This is BFP Parañaque under fire-tested leadership — and the city is safer because of it. 🔥💪
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