That first unit comprised ten active and 20 reserve firemen.
Rijeka Mayor Vojko Obersnel congratulated fire-fighters on their anniversary on behalf of President Ivo Josipovic, saying that in the current time of crisis, when solidarity and humaneness were on the test, firemen and their calling could be seen as exemplary.
On Josipovic's behalf, Obsernel presented the most deserving firemen with state decorations.