Hong Kong protests: about 130 firefighters and paramedics to join police as special constables to handle demonstrations

About 130 Hong Kong firefighters and paramedics are to join police as special constables to help the force handle anti-government protests.Some Government Flying Service crew will also come on board, bringing to nearly 700 the number of special personnel sourced from the five disciplined services.“Given their expertise and first aid qualifications, the new entrants could, for example, help to immediately put out a fire, remove obstacles and provide medical help at protest sites. This could free…

from South China Morning Post https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/law-and-crime/article/3086557/hong-kong-protests-around-130-firefighters-and