Peshawar   -   International Fire-fighters’ Day (May 4) was observed at the provincial headquarters of Rescue 1122.

Tributes to all fire-fighters including Rescue 1122 were paid by the Director General 1122 Dr Khatir Ahmed who was the chief guest on the occasion. He also distributed cash and commendation certificates to the best and most professional personnel.

Fire-fighters are considered heroes all over the world, Dr Khatir said and added, “During the fire, everyone runs away while these personnel run towards the fire.” Rescue 1122 has well-equipped and well-educated fire-fighters, Dr Khatir Ahmed said.

He said Rescue 1122 is equipped with state-of-the-art fire fighting vehicles and equipment as Rescue 1122 has so far provided services in more than 23,000 fire incidents. Rescue 1122’s timely rescue activities saved lives and billions of rupees, said Dr Khatir Ahmed.