[Minato City, Tokyo] Fire brigades in Minato City compete in pump operation skills!! "71st Minato City Fire Brigade Pump Operation Competition" to be held

Fire brigade members regularly conduct firefighting training using portable pumps to improve their firefighting capabilities. This competition is held to compete for quick and reliable operation procedures and to showcase the results of daily training.

Overview of the 71st Minato City Fire Brigade Pump Operation Competition

- Date and Time: June 14, 2026 (Sunday), 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM (rain or shine) - Venue: Shiba Park (municipal park) - Viewing: Please come directly to the venue. (No parking available)

◆ Fire Brigade Activities

What is a Fire Brigade? Fire brigades are volunteer firefighting organizations where people who normally have various jobs become fire brigade members during fires, floods, and earthquakes to perform firefighting activities. Members engage in activities while continuing their regular jobs, studies, or housework.

Activities during disasters: Firefighting activities when fires occur, rescue and first aid activities during large-scale disasters, and flood control work and evacuation guidance for residents during heavy rain from typhoons, etc.

Daily activities: Training assuming disaster sites, first aid and fire prevention guidance for local residents, and security during local festivals and events.

PR video for recruiting Minato City fire brigade members is available on the Minato City website.