Sri Vijaya Puram, Apr 27: A comprehensive mock drill simulating a road accident scenario was successfully conducted yesterday near Sippighat Government Middle School by Directorate of Disaster Management as per 2nd Quarter Mock Drill Calendar – 2025. The exercise was a collaborative effort involving the Transport Department, District Administration, Police, Fire Services, Health Department and Electricity Department.
The drill was aimed at testing the preparedness and coordination among various emergency response agencies in the event of a real-life road accident. The simulated scenario involved a staged collision between STS Bus and Electric Pole, followed by mock injuries, crowd management, fire hazards, and power disruption.
Officials from the Resource Departments closely monitored the sequence of actions taken by each Department. The Police managed traffic and ensured security of the area, while the Fire Department demonstrated swift response in extinguishing the simulated fire. Health personnel provided on-the-spot medical aid and coordinated the mock evacuation of the injured to nearby hospitals. The Electricity Department played a crucial role in handling the mock power line disruption safely.
The observers of the drill appreciated the coordinated efforts of all Departments during debriefing session held in Govt. Middle School, Sippighat and emphasized the importance of such drills in building a robust disaster response system.
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