26 August
The Fire Services Department of Myeik Township in Tanintharyi region held a joint disaster rescue drill with the related organizations yesterday morning.
The drill was conducted in Kyaukphya river near Kyweku village by the members of search and rescue teams from the district fire services department, auxiliary fire fighters, Red Cross Society, Myanmar Police Force, philanthropic associations, village administration and residents with the supports of four fire engines, one rescue vehicle and one vessel, a commanding vehicle and six emergency cars.
They rehearsed for dispatching emergency teams to the disaster affected area and searching the lost victims. Meanwhile, the rescue members erected temporary tents under the Kyaukphya bridge, took the victims to the relief camps and hospitals.
The members of Red Cross Society and rescue teams also gave first aid to the victims.— Khaing Htoo (IPRD)
(Translated by Aung Khin)
