UK to send search and rescue experts to quake-ravaged Japan
The UK is sending a team of search and rescue experts to Japan after it sought Britain's help in the aftermath of the strongest earthquake ever recorded in the Asian nation that has left 1600 people dead or unaccounted for.
March 13, 2011 / 10:28 IST
The UK is sending a team of search and rescue experts to Japan after it sought Britain's help in the aftermath of the strongest earthquake ever recorded in the Asian nation that has left 1600 people dead or unaccounted for.
The British government will dispatch a team of 59 fire service search and rescue specialists, two rescue dogs and medical support staff to join the international relief effort in Japan, Andrew Mitchell, Secretary of State International Development, said.The team will fly from Manchester airport later today and travel directly to Japan as quickly as possible."The Japanese Government has appealed directly to us for help. We will immediately dispatch a team to help Japan search for survivors as quickly as possible," Mitchell said.On arrival, they will immediately join the international search for survivors and provide relief materials to Japanese rescue teams. Discover the latest Business News, Sensex, and Nifty updates. Obtain Personal Finance insights, tax queries, and expert opinions on Moneycontrol or download the Moneycontrol App to stay updated!
