New chainsaw passes first major tree obstruction in Brooklyn
An industrial-grade chainsaw recently acquired by the Old East Safety Forum was put to work days after its purchase, clearing a fallen tree that brought down a power line in Brooklyn.
The Old East Safety Forum’s newly acquired industrial-grade chainsaw proved its worth on Sunday, when it was used to clear a downed tree near the corner of William and Anderson streets in Brooklyn.
According to Old East Safety Forum spokesperson Jarad Frimmel, the tree had fallen across the road and pulled down a power cable, creating a hazardous situation for motorists and residents in the area.
“Thanks to swift co-ordination between community safety structures and private security companies, the obstruction was cleared and a temporary post was constructed to hold the power line in place.”
He said this allowed small vehicles to pass safely until the Tshwane metro could carry out the necessary repairs.
Frimmel said the incident marked the first operational use of the new equipment.
“The chainsaw was put to the test almost immediately after we acquired it. Within a short time of receiving the report, teams were on site and able to safely clear the roadway,” said Frimmel.
He added that the investment in stronger equipment is already making a tangible difference in how quickly the community can respond to storm-related emergencies.
“In the past, we had to rely on smaller domestic saws, which are not designed for large trees.
This often meant long delays while waiting for additional support. Having an industrial-grade machine significantly improves our response capability,” Frimmel said.
The acquisition of the chainsaw follows recent storms that left multiple roads in the greater Old East area blocked for extended periods.
Community safety leaders previously indicated that fallen trees had, in some cases, taken days to clear due to the size of the trees and the need to wait for power to be switched off.
Frimmel encouraged residents to remain vigilant and continue reporting incidents through CPF and security WhatsApp and Telegram groups to ensure rapid activation of response teams.
“This is exactly why the community invested in this equipment – to act quickly, reduce risks and keep our roads safe,” he said.
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