Chigasaki Fire Department's 20th Division Wins Excellence Prize at Prefectural Firefighting Competition

The Kanagawa Prefectural Firefighting Competition took place on July 11 at the Prefectural Disaster Prevention Center in Atsugi, held biennially to improve firefighting skills and boost morale. Teams from across the prefecture demonstrated operational techniques; Chigasaki sent its 20th division and earned an Excellence Prize. The event showcases local fire units’ preparedness and promotes technical exchange among departments.