In July 2024 alone, the Huancayo company’s volunteer fire department responded to more than 20 forest fires, 15 structural fire emergencies (homes) and more than 20 medical emergencies. “Although we are frustrated by the shortcomings that exist, our vocation makes us develop more capabilities” said the head of the Huancayo company, Lieutenant Juseff Mayco.
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For the celebrations of Santiago and Fiestas Patrias, they warn that the number of emergencies, including poisoning, accidents, fires and medical attention, will increase as the days go by.
recommendations
The lieutenant urged authorities to hold parties and burn bullfights or ‘crazy bulls’ in open places, where there is no wiring to prevent a fire from starting.
“To the population, avoid driving if you have drunk, avoid dancing on the dance floors. We estimate that, as in previous years, we will also treat a large number of people poisoned by ethyl alcohol,” said.
On the other hand, what worries the fire brigade is that the only ambulance they have is inoperative, preventing them from providing medical care in emergencies, which are precisely the ones that occur most during these holidays.
