MIDVAAL.- The DA led government opened a new fire station at Vaal Marina in Midvaal Local Municipality (MLM) on Friday.

The Midvaal Fire station project was approved by Council at a total cost of R16 million. The municipality said that strict financial practices were followed to ensure that the project did not go over budget.

“Construction was halted for a few years due to challenges in receiving the water use license. The DA-led administration persisted and pushed until it was resolved with the relevant inter-governmental structures. Construction was completed and the municipality began procuring specialised vehicles and world-class equipment.”

Local members with pre-requisite skills and qualifications have been employed as well as other experienced professionals from other fire stations within the municipality to assist in the initial set-up of service and operations.

The MLM further said that a minimum of eight staff members will be on duty at any given time.