# Dominican Republic emergency and security service crises > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/dominican-republic-emergency-and-security-service-crises > Updated: 2026-08-26T13:05:11.000Z. Sources: 17. Developments: 2. Public emergency and security services in the Dominican Republic are facing significant operational and infrastructural challenges. In Santo Domingo Este, the fire department has entered a state of crisis characterized by closed stations, inoperable heavy water tankers, and a lack of essential breathing equipment. Reports indicate that only seven of the previously available 15 extinction units remain functional, leading to response times that have reportedly tripled international standards. Simultaneously, National Police stations are experiencing service disruptions and poor infrastructure. Citizens have reported inadequate waiting areas, forcing them to wait outdoors. In areas such as Capotillo, Las Lilas, and Los Mina, power outages, lack of internet connectivity, and personnel shortages have hindered the ability to file reports. Administrative delays are further exacerbated by a lack of procedural guidance and the absence of specific officers required to complete certain tasks. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-26: Dominican Republic police stations face service and infrastructure issues Citizens in the Dominican Republic report poor service at police stations due to inadequate facilities, power outages, lack of internet, and insufficient staff guidance. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dominican-republic-police-stations-face-service-and-infrastructure-issues ### 2026-08-23: Dominican Republic emergency services face operational crisis and leadership transitions The Santo Domingo Este Fire Department faces an operational crisis with inoperable equipment, while the Dominican Civil Defense concludes a five-year modernization period under Juan Salas. 12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/juan-salas-concludes-five-year-term-leading-dominican-civil-defense --- Cite as: Dominican Republic emergency and security service crises. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/dominican-republic-emergency-and-security-service-crises