JASIN: Only fewer than 100 firemen in Melaka are allowed to go on leave during this year’s Hari Raya.
State Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) director Mohd Pisar Aziz said the move ensures fire stations in the state have enough personnel to carry out duties and operations.
He said there are currently 496 members in the department.
“This step also ensures that all assignments run smoothly, including deploying personnel for rescue operations in case of untoward incidents.
“Melaka JBPM is always prepared to handle any emergency, not only involving fires but also other rescue operations such as accidents, floods and drowning cases,” he told reporters after the Melaka JBPM Ihya Ramadan Programme at Jasin Bestari Station on Monday night.
Yang Dipertua Negeri Tun Mohd Ali Rustam and Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh attended the event.
Mohd Pisar said the department will also ensure that logistical readiness is maintained in optimal condition and can be mobilised swiftly in case of an emergency, Bernama reported.
Meanwhile, he said that in conjunction with the Ihya Ramadan Program, Melaka JBPM distributed Ramadan aid baskets to 40 recipients including underprivileged families and orphans in the Jasin parliamentary constituency.
He added that the aid is provided through contributions from various parties to the Melaka Fire and Rescue Welfare Fund to be distributed to those in need.
