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Firefighting in Manila Struggles in Hot Season
Manila faces severe fire losses during the hot season as limited ladders and poor water flow hinder firefighting. The city’s 1.5 million residents rely on 60 officers and 390 firemen with aging equipment and low salaries. A major blaze in Makati highlighted the danger in high rise buildings and the need for better infrastructure and funding.
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Manila
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Istory: Insurance
Makati
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