Honouring the rescue dogs finding survivors in Turkey and Syria

Feb 12 2023

Following the devastating earthquakes which hit Turkey and Syria earlier last week, with the death tolls of the cataclysm rising beyond 29,000, various rescue dogs were deployed to aid in the rescue of survivors.

The dogs are proving to be essential members of the rescue effort as they sniff out survivors beneath rubble as well as providing comfort to all those currently dealing with the devastation.

Among them are Köpük, who managed to rescue 60-year-old Meral Nakir among many others, as well as the hunting dog Alex, who helped his owner citizen Uğur Şahin as he contributed with the efforts.

Mexico’s search and rescue dogs, who have become symbols of resilience in strength following the 2017 Mexico City earthquake, are also helping out in this massive crisis.

Apart from other brave canines hailing from all over the world, Malta’s Civil Protection Department also took their own professional trained rescue canine to help with this dangerous mission.

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Part of WWII British torpedo surfaces in Baħar iċ-Ċagħaq after storm

Feb 12 2023

Taking to social media, the Armed Forces of Malta revealed that, following the Helios storm which whipped up intense rain and wind, part of a WW2 British torpedo was sighted in Baħar iċ-Ċagħaq.

The mangled torpedo was spotted on land, which prompted a retrieval unit by the AFM’s Explosive Ordinance Disposal and Plant Troop to be deployed.

The troop, which forms part of the 3rd Regiment, conducted all the necessary checks on location before safely removing it from the site.

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Man seriously injured after Rabat parking lot argument

Feb 12 2023

Yesterday evening, at around 2300hrs, the Malta Police Force was informed that their assistance was needed due to a man being found unconscious in a parking in Rabat.

Police, along with a medical team, convened immediately on site and found the victim, who was taken to Mater Dei Hospital.

Preliminary medical assistance found that the man was in serious condition. Investigations later showed that the victim, who was later identified as a 56-year-old Ħ’Attard resident, was involved in an argument in the same parking lot.

Due to the argument, the man had fallen and suffered injuries. Police are currently working with a person to help them with their investigation.

An inquiry has been opened as police investigations continue.

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54 year old man dies after being hit by car in Imdina

Feb 12 2023

A 54-year-old man Tarxien sadly lost his life in the early hours of 12th February 2023 after he was hit by a car in Triq il-Belt Valletta, Imdina.

Police convened immediately on site, and preliminary investigations showed that the man had been hit by a Peugeot 208, driven by a 20-year-old resident of Qrendi.

A medical team attempted immediate assistance but the man was unfortunately pronounced dead on the spot.

Magistrate Dr Rachel Montebello LL.D has opened an inquiry and called upon various experts to assist her. Police investigations are still ongoing.

We wish the victim’s family and loved ones our condolences on behalf of MaltaDaily.

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