Sharjah Civil Defence honours Asian national for bravery

Brigadier Youssef Obaid Al Shamsi, Director General of the Sharjah Civil Defence Authority (SCDA), honoured an Asian national for his courageous and voluntary efforts in helping extinguish a vehicle fire in one of the emirate's industrial areas.

The incident occurred when a waste transport company vehicle caught fire and upon seeing the flames, the Asian promptly used his own crane to assist the civil defence teams, significantly reducing the risk of the fire spreading and enabling firefighters to control it in record time, with no injuries reported.

The resident's swift and selfless action played a crucial role in minimising damage and supporting the emergency response team.

The recognition ceremony was held as part of the authority's commitment to fostering community partnerships and appreciating individual initiatives which demonstrate responsibility and cooperation with official entities.

Brigadier Al Shamsi praised the resident's bravery and quick thinking, emphasising that his actions reflect a high level of community awareness and support for civil defence efforts, ultimately helping to reduce losses and enhance public safety.