Alireza Kazemi, Deputy Operations of the Tehran Fire Department and Safety Services of the Municipality, announced the organization's readiness to manage incidents resulting from the recent rainfalls in Tehran. According to forecasts from the Meteorological Organization, from November 5, 2023, the forces of this organization were put on standby to act quickly in case of incidents.
Management of Rainfall-Related Incidents
Kazemi further explained that during this period, there were reports of fallen trees, including 6 cases of trees falling on vehicles and 2 cases of power line breaks. A total of 125 incidents were addressed, reflecting the impact of rainfall on the city of Tehran.
The Deputy Operations of the Fire Department emphasized the readiness of the organization's equipment and facilities, stating: "In rainy conditions, the Fire Department is fully prepared across the city of Tehran by organizing forces and utilizing specialized equipment, including 20 heavy-duty pumps and over 100 heavy and super-heavy operational vehicles. This readiness allows us to carry out rescue operations in the shortest possible time in case of an incident."
Impact of Continuous Presence of Forces
Kazemi noted the performance of operational forces in managing incidents caused by rainfall, stating: "Fortunately, with the planning done and the continuous presence of forces in the streets, we were able to control incidents in the minimum possible time and provide an effective response to citizens' requests." This reflects the tireless efforts of the fire department to ensure the safety of citizens.
He also pointed out that the forces of the Fire Department are ready to provide services to citizens around the clock, with between 1,000 to 1,600 operational forces available throughout the city of Tehran to respond to incidents related to flooding, waterlogging, and other related emergencies.
Kazemi emphasized the continuous readiness of human resources and equipment of the organization, noting that the service provision process and the presence of operational forces in the city continue. The Fire Department is prepared with all its available capacities to address potential incidents and provide services to citizens.
