Makati’s Barangay Bangkal gas leak an isolated case —Phoenix Petroleum

The recent leak incident at a gas station in Barangay Bangkal, Makati City was an isolated case, independent oil company Phoenix Petroleum said Friday.

"Please know that the incident at one of our stations in Makati is an isolated case and we have already taken steps to address the matter," Phoenix Petroleum vice president for external affairs Raymond Zorilla said in a text message.

On Thursday, firefighters were put on standby at Phoenix's Bangkal gas station for any eventuality because of the gas leak. 

"We have voluntarily closed the station as the safety of the community is our utmost priority, we will continue to take strides to ensure that the issue gets resolved as soon as possible," Zorilla said.

"We thank profusely the City Government, BFP (Bureau of Fire Protection), and other local officials for their huge action and assistance in addressing these concerns," he said. — Ted Cordero/RSJ, GMA News