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The George building collapse - volunteers recount the harrowing ordeal

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"What I can say, in my limited capacity as a volunteer firefighter is that this has so far been the most rewarding experience of my life" - Dirk Barnard, volunteer firefighter and Jaco Hanekom, volunteer George Alert Team were LIVE with Simon B.

13 May 2024 English South Africa Music · Music Commentary

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