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Proud to fight fires and save lives

Captain Pek Hong Kun is one of only two female marine firefighters on the frontline in SCDF’s marine command division.
Captain Pek Hong Kun is one of only two female marine firefighters on the frontline in SCDF’s marine command division. ST PHOTO: DESMOND FOO
Michelle Ng
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Updated
Mar 03, 2019, 06:54 AM
Published
Mar 03, 2019, 05:00 AM
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Don't let Captain Pek Hong Kun's petite frame fool you.

The 28-year-old female firefighter, who stands at 1.61m, undergoes the exact same scenario drills and physical training as her male counterparts.

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A version of this article appeared in the print edition of The Sunday Times on March 03, 2019, with the headline Proud to fight fires and save lives. Subscribe

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