357 New Firefighters Begin Work in Mashhad

MASHHAD – The CEO of the Mashhad Fire Department announced that 357 new firefighters have begun work and, for the first time, 21 new female firefighters have joined the force in Mashhad.

Mashhad - The CEO of Mashhad Fire Organization announced the start of work for 357 new firefighters and for the first time 21 new female colleagues as firefighters in Mashhad.

According to Mehr reporter, Amir Hosami, firefighter, said on Thursday morning at the opening ceremony of fire station number 57 in Mashhad: Today we have 357 new firefighters and for the first time 21 new female colleagues as firefighters.

He stated: Station 57 and the stations under construction are due to the support of the deputy city services, mayor and council members.

Hosami added: "It is a great honor that in the city of Imam Reza (a.s.), the responsibility of protecting the lives and property of pilgrims and those close to Hazrat Reza (a.s.) is the duty of my servant and colleagues." God chooses people like firemen to protect people's lives and property on behalf of God.

He said: Station 57 has been dedicated in line with the development of the city's safety infrastructure.

The head of Mashhad fire department said: I am obliged to develop the safety infrastructure in this city, I hope that we will take a step towards the development of the safety of the city with the planned measures and serve better and more.