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Marbella’s fire service has strengthened its fleet with three new emergency vehicles designed to improve safety and response times across the municipality. The additions include two light urban fire engines, known as BUL units, and a specialist logistics truck equipped for decontamination work after incidents involving hazardous materials. One of the engines will be based at the main Marbella station, with the other assigned to San Pedro Alcantara. The new vehicles feature reinforced safety cabins with multiple airbags, upgraded hydraulic systems and battery-powered tools that replace older petrol models. Each carries a 1,700-litre water tank and a high-performance pump capable of moving up to 4,000 litres per minute, providing faster and more efficient responses in urban fires, rescues and road accidents. Mayor Angeles Muñoz said the investment is part of Marbella’s wider plan to modernise its emergency services and improve safety for residents and visitors. “These additions will make the work of our firefighters safer and more effective, allowing faster action in any type of emergency,” she said. The city council also confirmed plans to expand the firefighting team next year, with 11 new recruits expected to join the service. Internal promotions will follow, creating more leadership roles and strengthening the department’s operational structure. The upgrades will particularly benefit the San Pedro Alcantara unit, improving coverage and reducing response times in the western part of the municipality. Marbella’s firefighters respond to thousands of emergencies every year, including wildfires, traffic incidents and urban rescues. The new vehicles will help ensure that crews are fully equipped to handle the demands of a growing population and the busy tourist season. This investment highlights Marbella’s ongoing commitment to keeping the public safe and to providing its emergency teams with modern, reliable equipment so they can work safely and efficiently. Follow the work of Marbella Firefighters at https://www.facebook.com/BomberosMarbella
