The opening ceremony of the newly constructed “Bilgah” water rescue station and the presentation of new equipment for the State Service for Control over Small Ships and Water Rescue of the Ministry of Emergency Situations took place in the Bilgah settlement of the Sabunchu district.
According to sea-news.az Minister of Emergency Situations Colonel-General Kamaladdin Heydarov attended the ceremony.
It was reported that the newly built modular water rescue station is fully equipped, providing the necessary conditions for the operations of diver-rescuers. Furthermore, it was noted that to ensure more effective daily operations for diver-rescuers, a total of 20 modular rescue stations are currently under construction—8 in Baku and the Absheron district, and 12 in other regions.
The newly acquired equipment includes 10 four-meter inflatable plastic boats, 10 “Yamaha” brand jet skis, and 10 “Mercury 25” outboard motors. Distinguished by their agility, ease of operation, and simple maintenance, this equipment will make a significant contribution to ensuring the safety of citizens in the water.
Recalling that the logistical base of the Ministry of Emergency Situations is constantly being updated thanks to the direct attention and care of the President of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, Minister Kamaladdin Heydarov highlighted that state-of-the-art rescue and firefighting equipment is being successfully integrated into operations, and that all necessary conditions are being created for personnel. The Minister emphasized that ensuring the safety of people in water is one of the ministry’s primary objectives and issued relevant instructions to further increase the efficiency of operations in this sector.
