Driver who got fired after using company van to save flood victims, to be honored by DOLE
- DOLE Region 7 steps in to honor and investigate the case of driver Francis Anthony Narvasa
- Narvasa was dismissed after using his company van to rescue six people swept away by floods
- Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro offers him a job at the Provincial Capitol
- DOLE says Narvasa deserves recognition and benefits, not punishment
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A wing van driver who lost his job after rescuing flood victims in Liloan, Cebu is set to be honored by the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE Region 7).
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The agency also plans to investigate the legality of his dismissal.
The recognition will be given to Francis Anthony Narvasa this December during the department’s anniversary celebration.
In a report by GMA Regional TV Balitang Bisdak, DOLE officials said they found no clear justification for Narvasa’s termination.
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The agency noted that the driver used the company vehicle to save lives during the onslaught of Tropical Storm Tino.
“Wala umanong sapat na dahilan para tanggalin sa trabaho ang driver,” says the report.
Video footage from November 4 showed Narvasa and two companions using the wing van to rescue six individuals who had been swept away by strong floodwaters.
Their act of bravery quickly went viral and drew widespread praise online. “Umani ng papuri ang ginawa nila,” says the report.
A police officer reportedly asked Narvasa to assist the trapped residents, and he immediately agreed to help. However, the company owner allegedly disapproved of the rescue attempt.
“Hindi umano nagustuhan ng may-ari ang ginawa ni Narvasa,” says the report. He was later removed from his job.
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro was among those who expressed admiration for the Leyte-born driver.
“Kunin bilang driver sa Cebu Provincial Capitol si Narvasa,” says Governor Baricuatro after learning he had been dismissed for helping fellow Cebuanos.
DOLE Region 7 Director Atty. Roy Buenafe emphasized that Narvasa should be acknowledged and rewarded for his heroism.
“Dapat na kilalanin at bigyan ng gantimpala ang ginawa niya,” says Buenafe.
The agency will also ensure he receives his rightful benefits as part of their ongoing investigation.
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