Gas cylinder distribution trucks have now been officially barred from parking inside residential neighbourhoods in Isa Town, following sustained pressure from residents and action led by the Southern Municipal Council.
The move comes a year after Isa Town councillor Abdulla Darraj first raised the alarm over the dangers posed by trucks loaded with compressed gas cylinders being parked on narrow streets, close to homes and schools.
Under the new measures, the trucks are no longer permitted to enter or park in residential areas. Only empty ones will be allowed to stop in designated spaces located away from main neighbourhoods. In addition, ‘No Parking’ signs have been installed along school walls, and in previously misused open areas, to prevent both loaded and unloaded trucks from using these spots – even at night.
