By Goth Mohamed Goth
The Hargeisa Fire and Rescue Brigade have succeeded in controlling and extinguishing the large fire that broke out at the Gobonimo Market, particularly in the section near the northern wall of the radio station.
Thanks to these Forces, they managed to respond and contain the fire before it spread to the rest of the already congested market, which would have made it difficult for the Fire Department’s vehicles to access the area. The fire started at 11:56 PM.
The Commander Officer of Somaliland Fire and Emergency Brigade, Major General Ahmed Mohamed Hassan Sawaaxili, who was leading the operation, stated that the Firemen were deployed from all districts of the capital, to contain the massive fire. A total of 26 fire vehicles participated in the mission, with 105 members of the Fire Department executing the operation.
The Commander highlighted the congestion of rand blocking oads can be extremely dangerous because it significantly hinders their ability to reach emergencies promptly, potentially causing delays that could result in increased property damage, injuries, or even fatalities in fire situations.
Major General Ahmed Mohamed Hassan Sawaaxili expressed gratitude to the Ministry of Interior, the Governor, the Deputy Mayor, the Secretary of the Local Government, the councilors, the Hargeisa Local Government, the Police Forces, the Military, the Ministry of Information, the Public Water Supply, and the citizens.
Citizens are reminded that if they encounter a fire, they should call 990 from Telesom, Somtel, or Solteco