The Punjab Emergency Service (Rescue 1122) held a comprehensive mock aquatic exercise at Shishmahi Canal Airport Road, simulating flood scenarios in anticipation of the upcoming monsoon season.
\nThe event aimed to evaluate and strengthen the district\u2019s flood response capabilities. Deputy Commissioner Dr. Farhan Farooq was the chief guest. In his address, he praised the performance of Rescue 1122, calling it \u201cthe best service for providing swift and effective emergency response.\u201d He commended the excellent coordination and readiness of all involved departments, emphasizing the importance of preparedness in safeguarding lives and property during floods. During the event, the DC also inspected stalls set up by the Rescue, Livestock, and Health departments, appreciating the efforts in community engagement and awareness.
\nDistrict Emergency Officer Baqir Hussain briefed attendees on the preparation measures for the monsoon season. He highlighted that the exercise involved a detailed review of rescue gear\u2014including water crafts, inflatable boats, OBM engines, life jackets, life rings, ropes, scuba gear, and other emergency equipment. A practical demonstration was conducted, illustrating rescues of individuals trapped in water, immediate medical assistance, and rapid transfer to hospitals.
\nThe exercise saw active participation from multiple departments, including the District administration, Health, Livestock, Civil Defence, Irrigation, Police, and the Metropolitan Corporation. Baqir Hussain emphasized that the exercise not only tested operational readiness but also reinforced interdepartmental coordination, ensuring swift and coordinated responses in real flood situations. The event underscored the district\u2019s commitment to flood preparedness, with a focus on assessing equipment functionality and enhancing collaborative emergency response efforts.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
The Punjab Emergency Service (Rescue 1122) held a comprehensive mock aquatic exercise at Shishmahi Canal Airport Road, simulating flood scenarios in anticipation of the upcoming monsoon season. The event aimed to evaluate and strengthen the district\u2019s flood response capabilities. Deputy Commissioner Dr. Farhan Farooq was the chief guest. In his address, he praised the performance […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":481104,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[4],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-481089","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-national"},"yoast_head":"\n