The United States on Sunday donated first responder equipment to the Bangladesh Fire Service and Civil Defence (FSCD), in a "significant demonstration of commitment" to its partnership.
The US embassy said its Pacific Augmentation Team (PAT) donated vital Swift Water Rescue and Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) protection equipment to the fire service.
Those include eight boats, 110 life vests, and other essential rescue tools designed to enhance the fire brigade's capabilities in responding to natural disasters.
Additionally, medical and HAZMAT items, including 120 disposable coveralls and 100 medical bags, were provided that will help first responders respond to emergencies where substances could pose a risk to health, safety, or the environment.
This donation will bolster the fire service's operational readiness, ensuring quicker and more effective responses during emergencies, ultimately saving countless lives across the nation.
The embassy said the PAT and the fire service have been partners for over five years, having previously conducted dozens of Medical First Responder Seminars and other training events.
The US Embassy continues to find opportunities to build resilience and invest in disaster response in Bangladesh.
Megan Bouldin, deputy chief of Mission at the US Embassy, said: "This donation underscores our enduring partnership and shared commitment to enhancing disaster response and saving lives."
Brigadier General Muhammad Jahed Kamal, director general of FSCD, chaired the event.
