13 July,2023 09:22 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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On Thursday, the Mumbai Fire Brigade (MFB) added four new quick-response vehicles to its fleet.
According to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) release, 18 vehicles would join it soon.
"These vehicles will be in addition to the 19 quick-response vehicles presently stationed at 19 mini-fire stations," the BMC said in a release.
The new vehicles can carry 500 liters of water and rescue equipment. "Each vehicle will be manned by a well-trained driver, supervisor and two firemen," added the BMC official.
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"As the vehicles are smaller in size and they will help to reach the spot quickly, especially in narrow lanes," the BMC said.
"Barring the D and E wards which are close to the Fire Brigade's headquarters, every ward will get a quick response vehicle and contractors have been appointed," the release stated.
