Safety in the “Encierro” is essential, and hundreds of people are in charge of this. Police. Approximately 160 policemen including 120 Municipal Policemen of Pamplona. Beginning at four in the morning, they begin to clear people from the route of the “Encierro” so that those in charge of cleaning those streets can do their jobs and also the carpenters have access to the route in order to put the barricades in place. They also remove any spectators who are sitting on top of the first line of barricades, which is strictly reserved for healthcare services, police and accredited media. In addition, they clear the route of anyone incapable of running due to drunkenness or other impediments. Healthcare. Approximately 165 healthcare workers, 9 first aid stations and 16 ambulances (7 regular ones and 9 with doctoral care). They are stationed at strategic points, ready for any accident that might happen. In addition to the doctors, there is First Aid staff, volunteers of the DYA and even fire trucks. The hospitals of Pamplona are prepared and on alert for anyone with injuries who needs their services.
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