William Ntladi, media liaison officer for Ekurhuleni Disaster and Emergency Management Services (DEMS), said stones and various objects were used to damage the building.
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“Stones and various assorted objects were used to break newly revamped machine bay doors and office windows,” said Ntladi.
“The extent of the damage is still undetermined; however, emergency operations have been suspended until the situation is normalised,” Ntladi said.
Surrounding fire brigade services from Brakpan, Farrarmere and Boksburg are being put in place for swift interventions, should a need arise.
Eight people have been arrested for looting and damage to property.
