05/07/2023
On the morning of Friday 23rd, at 5:45am, Danny was driving to the Riney Depot when he noticed an alarming sight. As he passed through Bourne Vale, Hayes, Bromley, he spotted thick, black smoke billowing out from the back of a property. Acting swiftly and without hesitation, Danny immediately assessed the situation and jumped into action.
Danny discovered that the conservatory was engulfed in flames. While at the front, Danny noticed a stairlift, raising his concerns even further. Realising that there might be someone inside who was less able to escape. Danny pounded on the door and loudly shouted through the letterbox, hoping to alert anyone inside to the danger.
He wasted no time and immediately called for assistance while bravely attempting to combat the fire using a garden hose. Thankfully, the sound of Danny's cry for help reached the ears of the neighbours who came to lend a hand. Together, they managed to rescue a 91-year-old woman from the property and handed Danny a second hose to help battle the flames.
Thanks to Danny's quick thinking and decisive actions, he was able to successfully control and extinguish the fire before the arrival of the fire brigade. The fire brigade confirmed that if the fire had lasted just five more minutes, there would have been a tragic loss of life. Undoubtedly, Danny's rapid response played a crucial role in saving a life. His outstanding efforts not only reflect positively on our company, but also highlight his invaluable contributions to the local community.
When asked about his courageous actions, Danny humbly replied, "I stopped and accessed the situation. My priority was to put out the fire and call for help in case someone was trapped inside. Fortunately, no one was harmed, and that's the most important thing."
Danny was welcomed by Peter and the entire Riney team on Tuesday morning, who expressed their congratulations for his courageous acts. We want to express our gratitude to Danny for his bravery, his fast response, and, above all, for saving the life of a member of the public. His selfless and heroic actions make us proud to call him one of our own.