Three firefighters who died while on their duty in Hanoi's Cau Giay district on August 1 afternoon were posthumously promoted to higher rankings under a decision signed by Minister of Public Security, General To Lam, on August 2.

Three firefighters who died while on their duty in Ha Noi's Cau Giay district on August 1 afternoon were posthumously promoted to higher rankings. (Photo: cand.com.vn)

The decision was made in recognition of their bravery while fighting the inferno and rescuing the victims at a six-storey building which was under repair.

Also on August 2, State President Nguyen Xuan Phuc extended his deepest condolences to the People's Police and the bereaved families.

Source: VNA