Understanding UMKE: Responsibilities and Role in Emergency Response – Latest News from Turkey
UMKE, or the National Medical Rescue Team, plays a crucial role in providing medical rescue and emergency health services to accident victims and disaster survivors in Turkey. The team is comprised of medical personnel who have received specialized training and are equipped with the necessary medical equipment to respond to disasters and emergencies both at home and abroad.
Aside from providing services during disasters and emergencies, UMKE also covers events such as CBRN events, fires and explosions, major traffic accidents, social events, mass migration, national and international sports competitions, and dangerous epidemic diseases.
UMKE personnel are stationed at various health facilities, but in times of crisis, they are ready to provide medical rescue and emergency health services under the coordination of the Ministry of Health or Provincial Health Directorate. Regular training, drills, and other activities are conducted to ensure that UMKE’s services are available 24/7 without interruption.
During medical rescue services, UMKE personnel use specialized equipment and vehicles to provide on-site medical intervention to ensure the survival and health of the victims. They then transport the victims to health facilities for further examination and treatment.
In addition to medical rescue services, UMKE also plays an active role in setting up field surgical intervention units, emergency response units, mobile hospitals, command centers, and crime scene management centers during disaster response and recovery activities. These units are staffed with specialists in various medical fields to provide comprehensive care to those affected by disasters.
Overall, UMKE plays a crucial role in ensuring the health and safety of individuals during times of crisis, both within Turkey and internationally. Their dedication to training, preparedness, and quick response helps save countless lives in the face of adversity.
