Hoax calls putting lives at risk, says Fire Dept


Stretched thin: The number of false alarms may seem small, but even a single hoax can drain the firemen’s time and energy and disrupt their focus, potentially putting real emergencies at greater risk. — Bernama

KOTA BARU: The fire station bell rings loudly, piercing the silence of the night.

With sirens wailing and lights flashing, the red fire engine speeds out of the station. But upon arrival at the given address, everything is silent. No flames, no smoke.

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