Rescue 1122 Rawalpindi has finalised a comprehensive emergency cover plan to ensure timely response and emergency services during Youm-e-Ashura (10th Muharram) processions, gatherings and other religious events.
Rescue 1122 finalises special emergency plan for Youm-e-Ashura
RAWALPINDI, Jun 24 (APP):Rescue 1122 Rawalpindi has finalised a comprehensive emergency cover plan to ensure timely response and emergency services during Youm-e-Ashura (10th Muharram) processions, gatherings and other religious events.
According to a Rescue 1122 spokesperson, a “Code Red” has been imposed for Youm-e-Ashura, while the leave of all rescue officers and personnel has been cancelled to ensure maximum operational readiness.
Under the plan, rescue posts will be established at key locations along procession routes and at gathering sites, while rescue personnel and emergency resources will be deployed across the district.
To strengthen emergency response capabilities, Rescue 1122 will deploy 32 ambulances, 24 fire and rescue vehicles and 100 motorbike emergency service units.
He said all vehicles would be equipped with the necessary medical supplies, medicines, firefighting equipment and rescue tools to enable an immediate response to any emergency situation.
The spokesperson said instructions had been issued to all wings, stations and officers of Rescue 1122 Rawalpindi to perform their duties efficiently and ensure the protection of life and property.
He said special arrangements had also been made for continuous monitoring of deployed resources and prompt response to emergencies.
Rescue 1122 appealed to citizens to observe safety precautions during Muharram, immediately contact the emergency helpline 1122 in case of any emergency and cooperate with rescue personnel to help maintain a peaceful and safe environment.
