ON behalf of the residents of Dasrath Street, Triumph North, East Coast Demerara and on my own behalf, I wish to extend heartfelt thanks to the Guyana Fire Service (GFS) and the Guyana Sugar Corporation (GUYSUCO) for their prompt response to our call on Thursday September 13, 2012.

Their professionalism was highly appreciated.  Our thanks are also extended to the young lady who received the call and acted swiftly in sending the report out to the fire tenders.

Because of the quick response, thankfully the fire which started in the bushes of the empty land was contained and did not spread farther to the houses in the area.

I wish to also express thanks to the residents of the area who came out in solidarity and rendered assistance.  Many thanks also to friends and colleagues who in their own way offered assistance and support.