Anti-drowning unit to keep watch on beaches
The Hindu
Teams to be deployed at five places in city
The Greater Chennai Police on Thursday launched an Anti-Drowning Unit to prevent people from drowning.
The unit would function at five places — Marina, Ennore, Besant Nagar, Thiruvanmiyur, and Palavakkam.
According to a press release, the Anti-Drowning Unit comprises personnel drawn from the city police, beach patrol team, Fire and Rescue Services, fishermen and sportspersons. It will have boats, vehicles, protective gear, and first aid kits to help prevent any drowning casualties.
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