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KFSD ready for emergencies during rain and winter season
KUWAIT, Oct 22 (KUNA) -- The Kuwait Fire Service Directorate (KFSD) is ready to address any urgent situation or emergencies during the rain and winter season, said KFSD chief Lieut-General Khaled Al-Mekrad Monday.
While inspecting fire stations in a number of areas, Al-Mekrad said in a press release that fire engines would be ready to address any situation involving heavy rain and floods, noting that teams responded to some 20 calls for help today as a result of the rainfall witnessed in the country.
He affirmed that the KFSD would assist the Interior Ministry and other bodies when required.
On his part, head of KFSD support center Major Hamad Al-Rashed urged citizens and expatriates to contact the 112 number in case of emergency.
He called on the people to adhere to safety procedures during rain to allow emergency teams to operate efficiently. (end)
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