SCP SECURITY PRIVATE FIRE, SEARCH AND RESCUE EXTINGUISH HOUSE ON FIRE IN NEWLANDS, JHB

04th March 2025

At 12:00 today, our Control Room received multiple emergency calls reporting a house fire on Oosthuizen Road in Newlands. The fire was triggered by the explosion of gas bottles located within the property.

Platoon Commander Eric van Lelyveld

The SCP Fire Search and Rescue Team promptly responded to the scene, collaborating seamlessly with Fidelity ADT Secure Fire and the City of Johannesburg (CoJ) EMS Fire Crew. Through their coordinated efforts, the fire was effectively contained, preventing further damage and ensuring the safety of the surrounding area.

Damage caused by a gas bottle that exploded

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all the teams involved for their swift response, professionalism, and exceptional teamwork in managing this emergency.

SCP Fire Crew has extinguished the fire with ADT Fidelity Secure Fire and COJ EMS

SCP Fire Crew busy extinguishing the house fire

Damage caused by a gas bottle that exploded

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SUBURBAN CONTROL CENTRE (PTY) Ltd t/a SCP SECURITY is registered as a security service provider with the Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSIRA).

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