SOS
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
In the absence of an effective national rapid disaster response system, a number of local administrations in eastern Indonesia have taken the initiative to set up their own networks. In Bantaeng, South Sulawesi, the Rapid Disaster Preparedness Brigade stands ready to handle all kinds of health emergencies in minutes. In Sambas, West Kalimantanan area susceptible to forest firesa well-equipped fire-extinguishing system has been established. In Banjarmasin, South Kalimantan, a network of blood donors stands ready at any moment to help out. They all serve as great assistance to the Indonesian Red Cross, which marks its 138-year existence on October 21. Tempo English Edition reports from Sulawesi and Kalimantan.
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BSB to the Rescue
The Bantaeng rapid response unit, the Disaster Preparedness Brigade (BSB) responds to health emergencies in minutes. They are there alongside the fire brigade during disasters. Neighboring regencies make frequent use of its services.
THE sound of crying could suddenly be heard. Doctor Andi Ikhsan, calmlyalthough with his heart poundingslowly drew out the still pink, newborn baby. He had never imagined he would be handling a birth
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