Gujarat activates emergency helpline 101 and places fire stations on 24-hour alert across major cities for Diwali firecracker safety. Ahmedabad: With firecracker-related emergencies a key concern during the Diwali festivities, all 18 fire stations in Ahmedabad have been placed on high alert, while the Gujarat Fire and Emergency Services Department has put round-the-clock response teams on standby across major cities in the state.