Now the residents of Massahood Junction, Fyzabad, are defending their actions saying they built their homes on top of a major oil pipeline because they believe the line was condemned. <br /><br />They say they've been living near the oil lines for over sixty years. And, despite a call by the Acting Prime Minister for Heritage to crack down on indiscriminate construction near oil lines, residents believe they are entitled to compensation following Sunday's spill. <br /><br />Our team of Radhica De Silva And Che Teekersingh visited the community today to get the latest update.