Dear Editor,
Two incidents emanated, of different but compelling magnitude, from that private school conflagration: bravery of a young woman and the death of a fire man from injuries sustained.
Were it not for the recognition to the young lady by a popular business place her heroics might have gone unnoticed and undervalued. It was a glaring omission when the school authorities met with parents to give updates on relocation plans. It would be nice to remember charity begins at home. Kudos to the young lady.
Your selfless and caring thoughts which spurred you into action on that fateful day are the ingredients of a special person deserving of our esteem and accolades in this month set aside to recognise women.
The death of the fireman from injuries sustained in battling the blaze, (we are now learning other firefighting operatives were also injured but seemed to have fared better – March 9), is a sad occurrence and tells of the magnitude of the fire. The value of these responders who serve with distinction in the face of severe adversary cannot be underestimated and must be acknowledged.
My condolences to the grieving family and a full and speedy recovery to the injured.
Sincerely,
Shamshun Mohamed
