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Governor Wilson Lima Inaugurates Integrated Firefighting and Civil Protection Group in Apui

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The Amazonas Governor, Wilson Lima, has inaugurated the Integrated Firefighting and Civil Protection Group (GCIP) in the municipality of Apui, marking the tenth new unit of the program aimed at expanding the corporation's presence in the interior of the state and strengthening emergency response, especially in areas at higher risk of wildfires. The new base of the Amazonas Military Fire Department (CBMAM) is a permanent structure that will provide emergency services, including firefighting, rescue, and civil protection. The implementation of GCIP in Apui includes the delivery of a Forestry Tanker (ATF) vehicle with a capacity of 10,000 liters of water, as well as equipment and staff.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Integrated Firefighting and Civil Protection Group (GCIP) was inaugurated in Apui, Amapa, by Governor Wilson Lima, marking the tenth new unit of the program.
  • The GCIP unit in Apui includes a Forestry Tanker (ATF) vehicle with a capacity of 10,000 liters of water, and other equipment, as well as five military personnel permanently transferred to the municipality.
  • Thirteen firefighters from the city will also serve permanently in the Group, providing a total of 18 firefighters to serve in the area.
  • The GCIP structure has a built area of over 183 square meters and includes male and female accommodation, reception, command room, instruction room, warehouse, kitchen, reception/administration, and garage.
  • The training course for the firefighters working at the Apui GCIP will last 18 months, with 480 hours of training, covering various areas such as fighting urban and forest fires, water rescue, pre-hospital care, and handling incidents involving hazardous materials.
  • The GCIP is an integrated action between the State Government and city halls, through agreements, and is part of the Amazonas Government's strategy to strengthen and expand the corporation's presence in inland municipalities.
  • The total investment in the GCIP program is R$25 million, and the city government is providing the facilities and firefighters, who will be trained by the Fire Department.

Statistics:

  • The GCIP program has already delivered nine units in the state, with the first GCIP units inaugurated in Tapaua and Rio Preto da Eva in May.
  • The new units will increase the number of municipalities with permanent fire department bases from 11 to 27.
  • The training course for the firefighters will cover 480 hours of training, distributed over 18 months.
  • The Forestry Tanker (ATF) vehicle has a capacity of 10,000 liters of water.
  • The total investment in the GCIP program is R$25 million.

Sources:

  • Agência Amazonas. (2024, August 7). Governador Wilson Lima inaugura unidade do GCIP em Apui e reforca combate a incêndios no sul do Amazonas.

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