Hasičský záchranný sbor Královéhradeckého kraje

The Fire Rescue Service of the Hradec Králové Region, also known as HZS Královéhradeckého kraje or Hasičský záchranný sbor Královéhradeckého kraje, is the regional emergency response organisation responsible for firefighting, rescue operations and related civil protection activities within the eastern Bohemian area of Czechia. Its core mission includes suppressing fires, conducting technical rescues such as traffic accident extrications and high‑angle rescues, responding to hazardous material incidents, providing water‑based rescue capabilities and delivering emergency medical support when required. In addition to operational response, the service carries out fire prevention work, performs safety inspections of buildings and facilities, and engages in public education campaigns aimed at reducing fire risks and improving community preparedness. The organisation operates as part of the integrated rescue system of the Czech Republic, coordinating closely with police, emergency medical services and other regional units to ensure a unified approach to major incidents and disasters.

As a public sector entity, the Fire Rescue Service of the Hradec Králové Region is funded and overseen by the regional authority of the Hradec Králové Region and ultimately falls under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of the Interior of the Czech Republic. It holds a regulatory role in enforcing fire safety legislation and standards across its territory, contributing to the national framework that governs fire protection and emergency management. The service maintains specialised units and competencies, including teams trained for chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear (CBRN) threats, alpine rescue, and diving operations, which enable it to address a broad spectrum of emergencies beyond conventional firefighting. While the prompt does not disclose specific figures regarding personnel numbers, station count or annual call volume, the organisation’s structural position within the Czech rescue system underscores its importance as a key provider of public safety services in the region. The March 2025 cyber incident targeting its IT infrastructure highlighted the service’s reliance on secure digital systems for command, control and communication, prompting immediate network isolation, the use of alternative communication channels and an ongoing investigation supported by national police and cyber‑security authorities. This event illustrates both the critical nature of its operational continuity and the growing relevance of cyber resilience for emergency services tasked with protecting lives and property.