EMRI activates backup centre in Pudukottai

Chennai: The 108 emergency medical services (EMRI) activated its control centre in Pudukottai in the wake of cyclone Fengal. With the new centre, EMRI will ensure uninterrupted emergency medical response services in the event of disruptions caused by gusty winds and downpour in Chennai and adjoining districts.The new control centre in Pudukottai will be staffed by 30 trained personnel who will be handle emergency calls. "In case we have to close the control room in Chennai due to deluge, power outage, or infrastructure damage, the Pudukottai centre will be fully equipped to take over operations," said EMRI head M Selvakumar."This time, to avoid disruptions in emergency response due to transportation issues, we will retain emergency response officers at the office, providing them with necessary accommodation and food," he said.