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Valenzuela gov't holds 'Bantay Sunog' seminar, training for volunteers

Published Mar 4, 2024 11:53 am

In observance of the Fire Prevention Month, the local government of Valenzuela City conducted a "Bantay Sunog" training and seminar for the city's volunteers on Monday, March 4, at Disiplina Village Lingunan covered court.

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Photo from Valenzuela public information office.

Aligned with the theme "Sa pag-iwas sa sunog, hindi ka nag-iisa" (In fire prevention, you are not alone), the initiative aimed to train the city's volunteers on how to respond during fires.

The seminar covered various topics, including Disiplina Village Rules and Regulations by the Housing and Resettlement Office, the city’s Anti-Drug Abuse policies by the Anti-Drug Abuse Office, the Effects of Illegal Drugs by the Valenzuela City Police Station (VCPS) relation officer, and Fire Extinguishment Theory and Community Fire Auxiliary Group (CFAG) training by the Bureau of Fire Protection-Valenzuela (BFP).

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Photo from Valenzuela public information office.

The Public Order and Safety Office also conducted theoretical and practical training for the volunteers.

According to the city's Public Information Office, nearly 300 trainees attended the event.

The city government also recognized the seven Disiplina Village Lingunan Bantay Sunog volunteers with Certificates of Commendation for ensuring the safety of Valenzuela City residents.

Mayor Weslie “Wes” Gatchalian expressed his gratitude to the seven outstanding volunteers.

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Photo from Valenzuela public information office.

“Ang ginawa nila ay isang halimbawa po para sa ating mga kasamahan dito sa Disiplina Village. Alam niyo po sa mga punto po ng mga ganitong aksidente ay tayo-tayo lang din po ang magtutulungan, wala na pong ibang tao (What they did serves as an example for our fellow residents here in Disiplina Village. You know, in situations like these, we are the ones who will help each other, there is no one else),” he said.

“Kaya po natutuwa po ako sa ating seven volunteers na binuwis nila ang kanilang buhay, ibibigay po nila ang kanilang makakaya. Hindi na po nag-complain, hindi na po nagsalita at agad agad kumilos para po tulugan ang isang kapitbahay natin dito sa Disiplina VIllage (That's why I am pleased with our seven volunteers who risked their lives, giving their best. They didn't complain, they didn't speak, and immediately acted to help a neighbor here in Disiplina Village),” the mayor added.

Along with the awarding of certificates, the seven volunteers were formally recognized as members and team leaders of the “Bantay Sunog” in Disiplina Village, Lingunan.

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