Direct Quotes: Dealing with calamities

The tremors which rocked Fujai-rah in March have forced the Fujairah Civil Defence Depart-ment to improve its performance to cope with such disasters and enhance public awareness.

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Al Ghashemi
How do you evaluate the Civil Defence's role in ensuring safety in the areas which were hit by earthquakes?
Do you require cooperation from other government establishments when you face a major fire, accident or any disaster?
Do you find any difficulty in reaching the site of fires when onlookers throng the site?
What are the basic requirements for any new establishment or a residential building to get a licence from the Civil Defence?
Are there any special safety measures required for high-rise buildings?
Do you maintain fire exting-uishers and other safety equipment in buildings?
How does the Civil Defence enhance safety awareness among the public?
Have the numbers of fires increased or decreased this year and why?

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