Modern tech aids rescue effort in Lyari

[ad_1] KARACHI: Rescue 1122 is making use of modern technology to help identify people buried beneath the rubble of the collapsed building in Lyari’s Baghdadi area. This equipment includes life detection devices capable of sensing human heartbeat and movement, along with other modern tools to aid in the search and rescue operation. Deputy Commander Rescue … Read more

Rescue teams continue operation as death toll rises to 16

[ad_1] Listen to article KARACHI: At least 16 people, including three women and a child, are confirmed dead after a five-storey residential building collapsed in Lyari neighbourhood early Friday morning, authorities say. Emergency responders have rescued nine injured survivors so far, but officials fear at least 25 to 30 more people may still be buried beneath the … Read more

WASA activates Muharram rescue plan

[ad_1] RAWALPINDI: The Water and Sanitation Agency (WASA) has approved and implemented a “Rescue Plan” for the 8th to 10th of Muharramul Haram to ensure uninterrupted drinking water supply across Rawalpindi city, immediate drainage of rainwater along mourning procession routes in case of rainfall, and prevention of water accumulation around Imambargahs. Under this plan, five … Read more

PHC seeks answers to Swat rescue lapses

[ad_1] PESHAWAR: The Peshawar High Court (PHC) has sought a detailed report from the chairman of the inquiry committee formed to investigate the tragic incident in which 14 tourists drowned in the Swat River due to a flash flood and the alleged failure of timely rescue operations. The directive was issued during a hearing conducted … Read more

New rescue station opens

[ad_1] RAWALPINDI: The Punjab Emergency Service (Rescue 1122) formally inaugurated its new Jaurian Rescue Station in Rawalpindi on Saturday, aiming to significantly enhance emergency response capabilities for the residents of Chak Beli Khan and adjoining areas. The inauguration ceremony was graced by Member of the Provincial Assembly (MPA) Chaudhry Naeem Ijaz, who served as the … Read more

Two rescue officials die in road crash

[ad_1] CHICHAWATNI: A traffic accident on the GT Road Eastern Bypass in Chichawatni resulted in the death of two Rescue 1122 personnel and injuries to eight others. A passenger van rear-ended a motorcycle, killing both riders, identified as Muhammad Wajid and Raja Amir, on the spot. Both victims were Rescue 1122 officials returning to Chichawatni … Read more