Punjab orders installation of fire hydrants around major government hospitals

The spokesperson said a list of 57 government hospitals across the province has been prepared in the first phase, where fire hydrants will be installed. Fire hydrant infrastructure around Rural Health Centres (RHCs), Tehsil Headquarters Hospitals (THQs), District Headquarters Hospitals (DHQs) and other major government hospitals will also be improved.

All Water and Sanitation Agency (WASA) agencies have been assigned the task of identifying important locations and installing fire hydrants. The availability and functionality of fire hydrants already installed near major government hospitals will also be reviewed immediately.

The spokesperson said the fire hydrant system around hospitals would be strengthened to ensure effective firefighting, while new fire hydrants would also be installed wherever required., full assistance is being provided to Rescue 1122 and other relevant departments. The Housing Department and concerned institutions will also assist in installing fire hydrants around hospitals.

The spokesperson said special attention was being given to improving fire prevention arrangements at major government hospitals across Punjab following the loss of precious and innocent human lives in a tragic fire incident in Islamabad.