Sharjah boosts flood readiness with new emergency pumps

Sharjah: With a pumping capacity of 1,800 cubic meters per hour and power reaching up to 2,000 meters, Sharjah City Municipality has launched the new generation of Al Sad 1500 emergency pumps as part of its expanding fleet that supports infrastructure services. These pumps are specially designed to handle emergency situations such as rainwater accumulation during winter, flood management, and various major municipal projects. The move reflects the municipality’s continuous efforts to add advanced vehicles, equipment, and machinery that keep pace with Sharjah’s rapid growth and its focus on delivering top-quality services to residents.

The launch event was attended by Obaid Saeed Al Tunaiji, Director General of Sharjah City Municipality, along with senior managers and officials from various departments.

Al Tunaiji emphasised that the municipality is committed to continuously upgrading its fleet by acquiring the latest, most efficient equipment developed by leading manufacturers. This ensures the municipality can effectively support its year-round projects in agriculture, infrastructure, and emergency response, particularly in quickly managing rainwater accumulation to improve traffic flow and protect lives and property. The innovative Al Sadd vehicles play a vital role in swiftly controlling and draining water pools.

He explained that each pump is a smart, integrated system, capable of pumping 1,800 cubic meters per hour with a maximum pressure of 2,000 meters, making it one of the most powerful and efficient emergency pumps in the region.

Al Tunaiji also pointed out that these new pumps are equipped with an automatic suction deployment system that can be fully operational in less than 10 minutes, with no manual effort required. Once the truck reaches the site, the suction arm automatically unfolds and can rotate up to 270 degrees, giving field teams great flexibility to operate in various locations and under different conditions.

In addition to handling floods, these pumps can also support firefighting teams by delivering large amounts of water to extinguish fires. In fact, they played a key role in helping to control the recent fire at Hamriyah Port as part of a joint emergency response.

Each pump is also fitted with an automatic stabilization system that can adapt to different weather and emergency situations, along with its own independent power generator to ensure uninterrupted operation even in remote areas or during power outages. This entire project aligns with Sharjah’s vision to continuously develop its infrastructure and improve its ability to respond quickly and efficiently to emergencies.

Al Tunaiji said  “We conducted a live field test of the new Al Sadd pumps in Al Noor Island to ensure their readiness and effectiveness in real-life scenarios. The pumps will now become part of our operational fleet to always be prepared for emergencies. Sharjah Municipality will continue working to strengthen its fleet with advanced equipment that meets the growing needs of the city and its residents, aiming to provide the best possible services.”