SEBERANG PERAI, April 16 -- The Malaysian Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) aims to fill all vacancies within its special operations units by 2027 to bolster operational readiness and service delivery, said Deputy Director-General (Operations) Datuk Ahmad Izram Osman.

The department is committed to closing staffing gaps across several critical units, including Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT), Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRNe), Water Rescue (PPDA), Emergency Medical Rescue Services (EMRS), and K9 detection teams.

"From now until 2027, the department is committed to fully staffing its special teams to ensure optimal readiness and strengthen their specialised functions," Ahmad Izram said today.

He was representing the Di...