Flames engulf garage in East Town
Firefighters faced locked garage doors and intense flames in East Town but managed to control the fire within 45 minutes.
A fire broke out at a house on West Street in East Town on September 4, causing significant damage but fortunately no casualties.
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The firefighting operation was a coordinated effort between SCP Private Search and Rescue and FIRE OPS.
Clive Maher, director of SPC Security, said that their units responded promptly after receiving the call about the house fire. When they arrived, the garage was heavily engulfed in flames. Access was initially hindered because the garage doors were locked and securely closed, forcing the team to break through to reach the fire.
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@caxtonjoburgnorth Fire OPS hose down the garage that caught fire in East Town on September 4. Video: Waydon Jacobs #Northcliff #firefighter ♬ original sound – Caxton Joburg North
“We began battling the blaze using garden hoses from the property before locating a fire hydrant on the pavement. They connected hoses to the hydrant and managed to bring the fire under control within 40 to 45 minutes.”
Maher noted that the double garage appeared to have been used as a living space.
Currently, teams are dampening down the area to prevent any flare-ups.
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