VIRAL photos of a fire truck allegedly used to refill a private swimming pool in Taytay, Rizal caught the attention of the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), prompting it to order an immediate investigation.
In an urgent memorandum signed by DILG Secretary Benhur Abalos Jr. on Friday, he instructed Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) chief Fire Director Louie Puracan to act “immediately” and investigate the incident to determine the authenticity of the photos.
He likewise asked Puracan to identify the BFP personnel involved in what he considered as an “unscrupulous” act.
“[I]f warranted, they should be relieved from their post pending the result of a formal investigation,” the memo states.
Abalos told Puracan to submit a progress report as soon as possible.
Initial reports indicate that the incident allegedly took place in Maharlika Village and the photos were posted on a Facebook account “Taytay Updates.”
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