Fire at Petronas-operated gas pipeline injures 33, affects homes

Published 01/04/2025, 07:24
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Investing.com -- A fire broke out at a gas pipeline operated by the Malaysian state energy firm, Petronas, injuring 33 people on Tuesday.

The incident occurred on the outskirts of the nation’s capital, Kuala Lumpur. According to local authorities, six of the injured individuals were transported to the hospital for treatment.

The fire is still being fought, with operations to extinguish the blaze continuing. Selangor fire department director, Wan Md Razali Wan Ismail, confirmed these details to broadcaster Astro Awani.

In addition to the injured, there are reports of people trapped in homes in the area of Kampung Kuala Sungai Baru. Rescue efforts for these individuals are currently underway, as stated by the chairman of the Selangor Disaster Management Committee, Mohd Najwan Halimi, to the state news agency Bernama.

Petronas released a statement regarding the incident, stating that the affected pipeline has been isolated. The Selangor fire department further reported that the fire has had an impact on homes in the vicinity.

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