St John critical during Mumbai seige

Posted: 08 December 2008

St John Ambulance - No. III Maharashtra District, Mumbai were called into action during the horrific terrorist attacks which swept across the city on 26th – 29th November. St John Ambulance volunteers remained close to the Taj Mahal Hotel and provided support in casualty evacuation from the building and First Aid to injured persons over an extended period of time.

St John volunteers evacuate the injuredThe Patron of St John Ambulance No III, Captain Roderick Sale, spoke of their involvement in the terrifying events “I would like to take this opportunity to record my fullest praise for the consistent efforts of No. III District during the recent Mumbai shootings. In these very tragic circumstances they have provided an invaluable service notwithstanding the considerable danger that they were all in. I am very proud of their efforts.”

Posted by: Admin

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