Friday, January 10, 2014 | 6:31 PM
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Ministry of Local Government and Community Development has lauded firefighters on the job done extinguishing a burning oil tanker along the Mona Road residential community of St Andrew on Thursday.
“The Jamaica Fire service is often faced with heavy criticism from the public, but notwithstanding these criticisms, among other challenges, the members of the Jamaica Fire Brigade remain strong, committed individuals, dedicated to providing great service to this nation and as such they must be applauded,” the ministry said in a statement Friday.
According to the ministry the fire fighters contained the blaze, which could have spread to houses nearby, preventing a loss of life and further damage.
The ministry said that it took seven units from the Half-Way-Tree, Rollington Town and York Park fire stations to put out the blaze.
“We would also like to recognise the brave actions taken by the driver of the gas tank truck that caught fire. Mr Mutler’s quick thinking and response also resulted in the saving of lives and property and it would be remiss of us to not extend sincere gratitude and appreciation for what he did,” said Junior Local Government Minister, Colin Fagan.
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