NSW: Water cannon ready in time for police to use at APEC =2

AAP General News (Australia)
08-20-2007
NSW: Water cannon ready in time for police to use at APEC =2

"The water cannon truck will only be used in extreme cases of major public disorder,"

Mr Iemma told reporters at Sydney Olympic Park where the Public Order and Riot Squad demonstrated
its capabilities.

"Offenders would literally be knocked off their feet by the high pressure stream of
water pumped out by this device," he said.

"Any protesters who are considering violent disruptions during the APEC conference
should count this as a warning."

Police Minister David Campbell said the water cannon truck was fitted with an airtight
cabin to protect police from smoke, gas and other irritants.

It also has shatterproof anti-bandit glass reinforced with wire mesh, and a heavy push
bar allowing it to clear barricades and other obstacles.

It can shoot a stream of water more than 50 metres.

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