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Yahoo
3 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Street sweeper catches on fire in Suffolk neighborhood
SUFFOLK, Va. (WAVY) – A street sweeper caught on fire on a cul-de-sac in Suffolk Thursday morning. A social post from the City of Suffolk said several fire units responded to the scene, in the 100 block of Dove Ct. They got the call about the fire at 11:35 a.m. Diesel and hydraulic fluid leaked and required a Hazmat response. There were no injuries reported. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
New Straits Times
4 days ago
- New Straits Times
Housing project near LNG station sparks fears in Permas Jaya
JOHOR BARU: Permas Jaya residents have voiced their concerns over a housing project near a liquefied natural gas (LNG) metering station along Jalan Permas 2 here. N. Mariapan, 70, a long-time resident and lawyer, said fears have grown since construction began late last month, given the site's close proximity to both the LNG station and what may be underground gas pipelines leading to Singapore. "We hope what happened in Putra Heights does not happen here," he said, referring to the gas pipeline explosion in Selangor earlier this year. "There are serious safety implications when development happens too close to gas infrastructure." Mariapan said in April 2008, a loud blast followed by the smell of gas in the air caused panic among Permas Jaya residents. "Some 5,000 residents were prepared to evacuate while the Hazardous Materials (Hazmat) squad was deployed," he said, adding that the memory remains fresh and alarming. However, no untoward incidents were reported as it was later confirmed that the loud noise came from a controlled release of LNG gas some 34 metres from the housing estate. Mariapan warned that any underground vibrations from construction could potentially disrupt gas flow and trigger a leak or worse. "We urge the authorities and developers to prioritise safety. It's no use taking action after disaster strikes." Another resident, Zuhairah Mohamad, 60, echoed the call for vigilance. "All safety procedures must be strictly observed. We urge the authorities to treat this seriously before anything unfortunate happens." Responding to the residents' concerns, Permas assemblyman Baharudin Mohamed said preventive measures were already in place. "The developer has erected a temporary perimeter fence and workers' quarters. Also, no excavation is allowed within six metres of the gas pipeline without Petronas approval," he said. Open burning and barbecuing are strictly prohibited on site, and earth berms have been built along the project's boundary as an additional safeguard, he added. "Toolbox briefings and safety inductions are conducted to constantly remind workers of the dangers of working near gas pipelines," Baharudin said. A toolbox briefing is a short informal safety briefing held at the beginning of a workday or shift to discuss safety procedures, incident prevention, equipment use and relevant workplace matters. "We understand the concerns and steps have been taken to ensure there is no risk of gas leak or explosion." Authorities are expected to continue monitoring the site as the development progresses.
New Indian Express
17-05-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Fire services department gets tech upgrade: Delhi CM Rekha Gupta
NEW DELHI: Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Friday announced a major upgrade for the Delhi Fire Services (DFS), stating that advanced technology will soon enhance fire-fighting capabilities across the city. Gupta, along with Delhi Home Minister Ashish Sood, inspected a range of modern fire-fighting equipment at the Delhi Secretariat. The demonstration included fire-fighting robots, the ARMOUR (Automated Robotic Mist Omni Utility Rakshak) unit, and portable high-pressure water mist systems. Gupta said these tools would make the DFS more efficient, especially in congested areas where fire trucks struggle to reach. 'The fire infrastructure inherited from previous governments was severely outdated, putting lives at risk. We are committed to building a world-class fire service,' said Gupta. To support the upgrade, the Delhi government has allocated a budget of Rs 110 crore this year for the procurement of modern vehicles and fire-fighting equipment. Gupta added that robotic systems will not only ensure faster response times but also reduce risk to personnel during rescue operations in narrow lanes and high-risk zones. 'These modern, robotic systems will allow us to conduct swift operations in places that were previously hard to reach,' the chief minister said. 'The risk to the lives of fire personnel will be substantially reduced.' The DFS will soon be equipped with water bowsers, high-tech fire towers, Hazmat vans, drones, robotic fire-fighters, and aerial ladder platforms. Home Minister Ashish Sood criticized the lack of investment in fire services by previous administrations. 'Modernisation of the DFS was long overdue. This government is working to create one of the most advanced emergency response forces in the country,' he said.
Hindustan Times
17-05-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Delhi CM inspects advanced fire-fighting machinery
In a major step towards overhauling Delhi's fire safety infrastructure, chief minister Rekha Gupta and home minister Ashish Sood on Friday reviewed a demonstration of advanced firefighting robots—including the indigenously developed Automated Robotic Mist Omni Utility Rakshak (ARMOUR)—at the Delhi Secretariat. The exercise comes as the BJP-led government accelerates efforts to modernise the capital's emergency response systems with state-of-the-art equipment. The ARMOUR robot is an automated firefighting vehicle equipped with high-pressure water mist technology designed to tackle fires in high-risk and hard-to-access zones. Also showcased were portable high-pressure mist systems—compact, mobile units that disperse fine water droplets at high velocity, allowing for effective firefighting in tight urban spaces. While a decision on the quantity and timeline of equipment procurement is yet to be finalised, officials said Friday's demonstration marks a key milestone in the fire services' planned upgrade. 'The fire-fighting infrastructure inherited from previous governments was in a severely dilapidated state, which led to numerous fire incidents in the city where fire personnel were unable to respond effectively,' said CM Gupta. 'Due to the failures of the previous administrations, citizens were deprived of essential fire safety measures. To change this, the current government is modernising the fire service with cutting-edge machines, robotic fire-fighting systems, and advanced equipment.' She added that a dedicated budget of ₹110 crore has been earmarked this year for the procurement of modern vehicles and firefighting tools. 'We are working to make Delhi's fire-fighting system the most advanced, efficient, and technologically empowered in the country,' she said. Home minister Sood said the upgraded Delhi Fire Service would soon be equipped with water bowsers, high-tech fire towers, Hazmat vans, drones, aerial ladder platforms, and robotic fire-fighters. 'New gadgets, advanced equipment, and various technologies are being incorporated into the Delhi Fire Service,' he said. The CM noted that these robotic systems would not only ensure better safety for fire personnel but would also enhance rapid response capabilities. 'In congested and narrow lanes—where fire incidents are more frequent—robotic fire-fighting systems will prove to be extremely effective,' she said. 'Often, fire personnel are unable to carry out swift operations in densely populated areas, and reaching those trapped during a blaze poses a major challenge. In such scenarios, these small robotic vehicles can play a crucial role. The risk to the lives of firemen will be significantly reduced with the deployment of such robotic and modern vehicles.'
The Print
16-05-2025
- Politics
- The Print
Fire Department to be equipped with advanced tools, technology: Delhi CM
Gupta said the Delhi government is committed to equipping the Fire Department with world-class firefighting technology and resources to make it capable of tackling any emergency immediately. She inspected indigenously developed firefighting vehicles and robots, and other state-of-the-art equipment at the Delhi Secretariat. New Delhi, May 16 (PTI) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Friday said the fire department will soon be equipped with advanced tools and technology. 'With these systems, not only will the lives of fire personnel be better protected, but rapid response will also be possible. These advanced machines will make the Delhi Fire Service more capable and safer,' she said. In congested and narrow lanes, where fire incidents are more frequent, robotic fire-fighting systems will be extremely effective and significantly reduce the risk to the lives of fire personnel, she said. Gupta assured the Delhi Fire Service will be equipped with water bowsers, high-tech fire towers, Hazmat vans, drones, and aerial ladder platforms. She highlighted that a separate budget of Rs 110 crore has been allocated this year for the procurement of modern firefighting equipment. The fire-fighting infrastructure inherited from previous governments was in a severely dilapidated state, which led to numerous fire incidents in the city where fire personnel were unable to respond effectively, she said. PTI SLB RHL This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
