Emergency response teams formed
The Punjab Emergency Service (PES), more commonly known as Rescue 1122, has formed Community Emergency Response Teams (CERTs) in all union councils of Sargodha district.
The PES also imparted training to over 25,000 community members on life-saving techniques and safety related activities. District Emergency Officer Mazhar Shah Hashmi wished all the participants, rescuers and community of Sargodha a happy Independence Day and requested commitment from the rescuers that they would play an effective role in saving lives and promote safety amid the coronavirus pandemic.
An event in connection with the Independence Day titled “Youth Engagement for Saving Lives and Safety Promotion’’ was held at the Community Rescue Station, University Road Sargodha, on Thursday. Rescue officials of the middle management and a large number of rescuers participated in the event.
Published in The Express Tribune, August 14th, 2020.