Faramarzi: Arak's Relief Equipment Ready to Confront Floods

Arak – The deputy and head of relief and rescue of the Arak County Red Crescent Society announced the updating of relief equipment and the readiness of operational bases to confront possible El Niño-driven floods in Markazi Province.

Arak - The deputy and the person in charge of rescue and relief of the Red Crescent of Arak city announced the update of relief equipment and the readiness of operational bases to deal with the possible floods of the El Nino phenomenon in the central province.

In an interview with Mehr reporter, Maisham Faramarzi said: According to meteorological data and forecasts, the El Nino phenomenon can affect the western and southwestern regions of the country, and due to the geographical location of the Central Province in the east of the Zagros mountain range, there is a possibility of indirect influence of this province.

He added: Although the severity and impact of this phenomenon depends on the weather conditions and rainfall patterns, the preparation of relief devices before possible accidents plays an important role in reducing damages and speeding up the relief process.

Referring to the actions taken to increase the operational readiness of the rescue forces, the deputy and the person in charge of rescue and relief of the Red Crescent Society of Arak said: Road rescue and rescue bases and operational units of the Red Crescent Society are active, and the equipment and items needed to deal with flood-related incidents have been reviewed and updated.

He continued: The water drainage pumps, floor screeds and other specialized equipment used in the operations against flooding and flooding have been checked by experts so that in case of an accident, it is possible to use them quickly and effectively.

Emphasizing the importance of the preparation of equipment and human forces in crisis management, Faramarezi stated: The purpose of these measures is to ensure the proper functioning of the equipment, reduce the reaction time, and provide the necessary conditions for the timely presence of rescue forces in the disaster areas.

He added: In incidents such as floods, the speed of action of rescue forces and access to appropriate equipment are decisive factors in saving people's lives and reducing damages. Therefore, the operational readiness of the bases and the continuous review of relief facilities are of particular importance.

Faramarezi emphasized the need for citizens to pay attention to official weather warnings and the recommendations of emergency services and said: Avoiding traffic on flooded roads, refraining from stopping on the banks of rivers and canals, and taking warnings related to heavy rains seriously can be effective in preventing accidents and saving the lives of citizens.