Monrovia – Montserrado County Senator Saah Joseph has issued a compelling call for immediate government action, proposing a USD 3 million emergency budget allocation to procure 17 fire trucks, establish sub-stations in each electoral district, and fortify the Liberia National Fire Service’s capacity in combating the surging wave of fire disasters in the county.
Senator Joseph’s urgent plea stems from the alarming frequency of fire incidents ravaging Montserrado County, prompting him to advocate for proactive measures to mitigate the devastating impact on lives and properties.
With a sense of urgency, Senator Joseph unequivocally labels the recurrent fire outbreaks as a national emergency, emphasizing the imperative for swift government intervention to ensure the safety and security of citizens.
The proposed USD $3 million emergency budget allocation is envisioned to encompass various facets, including the procurement of 17 fire trucks, the establishment of sub-stations in each electoral district, firefighter training programs, the acquisition of essential accessories, and optimizing the utilization of firefighting equipment across the county.
The Chair of the Senate Committee on Transport, Senator Saah Joseph underscored the pivotal role of bolstering the Liberia Fire Service’s capabilities to effectively respond to fire emergencies, emphasizing the urgent need for timely interventions during crises.
Reflecting on his ordeal when his home was engulfed by a severe fire outbreak, Senator Joseph highlights the harrowing consequences of fire disasters, stressing the urgent need for decisive action by the Legislature to address the escalating crisis through strategic budget allocations.
The Montserrado Senator issued a poignant call to action, urging fellow lawmakers to recognize the gravity of the situation and rally behind efforts to allocate sufficient resources to combat fire emergencies effectively.
Senator Joseph drew parallels to Liberia’s successful response to the Ebola crisis in 2014, stressing the need to leverage similar proactive measures to combat fire emergencies, emphasizing the importance of swift and coordinated responses to mitigate risks and save lives.
He emphasized that the establishment of fire trucks and sub-stations in all seventeen districts of Montserrado County will significantly enhance the rapid response capabilities to fire outbreaks, ultimately minimizing the devastating impact on communities.
Senator Saah Joseph’s impassioned plea for urgent government action underscores the critical need for proactive measures to address the escalating fire emergencies in Montserrado County.
With a comprehensive budget allocation aimed at procuring fire trucks, establishing sub-stations, and enhancing firefighter capabilities, Senator Joseph seeks to safeguard lives, protect properties, and mitigate the devastating effects of fire disasters on communities.
