In a demonstration of its commitment to community safety, the Bureau
of Fire Protection (BFP) and the Department of Interior and Local Government
(DILG) partnered with SM Prime to hold the inaugural Fire Volunteers Assembly
at the Mall of Asia Arena on May 30, 2024. This event aimed to honor the
dedication of fire volunteers and strengthen collaboration between the BFP,
fire brigades (barangay and company), and volunteer organizations.
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| Fire trucks assemble at the SM Mall of Asia Globe for the 1st Fire Volunteers Assembly. |
The BFP also recognized the vital role of fire volunteer association
leaders by presenting them with tokens and plaques of appreciation. This
recognition ceremony not only honored the leaders themselves but also served to
inspire all fire volunteers and boost overall morale within the volunteer
community.
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| (L-R): Bureau of Fire Protection National Headquarters (BFP NHQ) Deputy Chief for Operations Fire Chief Superintendent (FCSUPT) Wilberto Rico Niel Kwan Tiu, BFP Fire Director (FDIR) Louie Puracan, Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Secretary Atty. Benjamin Abalos Jr., Manila Vice Mayor Yul Servo, and SM Supermalls’ Vice President for Corporate Compliance Liza Silerio |
The Fire Volunteers Assembly served as a platform for knowledge
sharing and collaboration. Representatives from the Land Transportation Office
(LTO), Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA), and the Philippine
National Volunteer Services Coordinating Agency (PNVSCA) provided valuable
insights from their areas of expertise. These discussions fostered a
collaborative environment for all emergency responders, equipping them with
essential knowledge and strategies to effectively perform their duties.
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| The 1st Fire Volunteers Assembly brings together heroes: fire volunteers, brigades, and organizations, uniting to strengthen fire safety efforts. |
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| A token and plaque of appreciation is presented to fire volunteer leaders. |
SM Prime strengthens its commitment to Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) by partnering with the BFP. This ongoing collaboration, established in 2019, focuses on fire safety education, BFP personnel training, fire brigade teams, and nationwide fire drills held at SM malls, promoting fire prevention as a key element of a comprehensive DRR strategy. (SM Supermalls)
