GFS honours firefighters for efforts in containing Stabroek blaze

(Kaieteur News) – The Guyana Fire Service (GFS) on Friday recognised firefighters from three fire stations for their efforts in containing a major blaze that threatened neighbouring properties in Stabroek, Georgetown on the night of 7th November.

According to a release from the agency, the firefighters who are attached to the Fire Service Headquarters and the Campbellville and La Grange Fire Stations were recognised by Acting Chief Fire Officer Dwayne Scottland, BSc., for their bravery, professionalism and coordinated response.

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Scotland in his letter of commendation, urged the ranks to maintain the high standards they displayed during the operation on every fire they are called to. He thanked them for their “gallant service” in the face of danger, stating “Your service has not gone unnoticed; you have brought great credit to yourselves and the Guyana Fire Service and, in extension, the government of Guyana.”