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 From Hong Kong's Information Services Department
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February 16, 2010
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Security

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Keeping emergency response prompt

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Fire Services Communication Centre

In command: Principal Fireman (Control) Lee Cho-tak introduces the Fire Services Communication Centre and mobile command unit.

 

The life-saving rescue operations of frontline fire-fighters and ambulance men would not be as prompt without the contribution of the heroes behind the scenes - the officers of Fire Services Department Mobilising & Communications Group.

 

Wearing dark blue uniforms, they oversee the Fire Services Communication Centre (FSCC).

 

Principal Fireman (Control) Lee Cho-tak said their main duties are to handle complaints and enquiries regarding fire safety, receive emergency calls and dispatch fire and ambulance resources in fire-fighting and rescue operations.

 

They manage 5,000 calls on fires and special services per month, along with 53,000 for ambulance services.