Emergency Situations Ministry's quick response prevents disaster in 940 fire incidents
Azerbaijan's Emergency Situations Ministry continues to carry
out its responsibilities to protect the population and territories
from natural and man-made emergencies.
Azernews reports that the Ministry carried out
significant operational activities over the past week based on
calls received via the Ministry's “112” hotline.
Emergency response teams responded to 940 fire incidents, 67
cases involving people in helpless situations, and 3 road traffic
accidents. Thanks to prompt and decisive action, fires were swiftly
extinguished, and human lives were safeguarded.
In total, emergency personnel rescued 71 individuals, including
16 children, over the course of the week. Among them were 16 people
saved from drowning at sea. Additionally, 22 individuals, including
7 children, were evacuated to safety. Unfortunately, 11 individuals
suffered smoke inhalation, and the bodies of 12 deceased persons
were recovered and handed over to the relevant authorities.
These figures underscore the critical role played by the
Ministry of Emergency Situations in ensuring public safety through
rapid and effective intervention during crises.
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