THE STAR ONLINE
Thursday October 7, 2010
http://thestar.com.my/metro/story.asp?file=/2010/10/7/north/7151164&sec=north
A SUM of RM210,000 was raised to purchase a four-wheel drive (4WD) ambulance, the first of its kind in the country and a first to operate in Penang.
The funds were raised by the Lion’s Club International District 308 B2 Malaysia in less than six months through donations and a charity dinner event last year.
Past District Governor Kenneth Saw, representing the Lions Club, handed over a mock key of the ambulance to the St John’s Ambulance Malaysia Penang Branch recently.
The ambulance, which is currently based in Air Itam, is able to transport patients from difficult-to-access locations such as highlands and the beachfront.
Chief Minister Lim Guan Eng, who was conferred with Honorary Lion status by the Lions Club of George Town two years ago, was present to officiate at the handing over.
In his speech, Lim explained some of the ambulance’s features, which enable it to be a fully-equipped vehicle.
“It has a global positioning system with a rear back-up camera. It also comes with a motorised winch to enable it to access off-roads and difficult terrain.
“The ambulance will be used to provide services in the northeast district here,” he said.
There are also plans to use the ambulance in Tanjung Bungah.
No comments:
Post a Comment