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Daily Tribune
01-04-2025
- Daily Tribune
Malaysia gas pipeline inferno injures 100: fire officials
A massive fire caused by a gas pipeline leak forced people from their homes and injured more than 100 during Eid celebrations near Malaysia's capital on Tuesday, fire officials said. The inferno, which was visible kilometres away, was caused by "a gas pipeline leak stretching approximately 500 metres (1,600 feet)", said fire officials in Selangor state near Kuala Lumpur. The valve to the affected pipeline belonging to Malaysia's state-run oil firm Petronas has been shut off, the fire officials said in a statement. While the early morning blaze was coming under control in the afternoon, more than 100 people were injured, the fire department told AFP. About 60 of the injured were hospitalised, Selangor deputy police chief Mohamad Zaini Abu Hassan was quoted as saying by local broadcaster Astro Awani. No deaths were reported but about 50 houses were affected by the blaze, the fire department said. Residents were enjoying a public holiday for Eid celebrations in Muslim-majority Malaysia when they were forced to flee the suburban area. Nizam Mohamad Asnizam, 49, who lives 100 metres from the site of the fire, fled from his house with his family in his car. "When I woke up, I saw the fire raging, with an extraordinary sound. I have never experienced a fire with this kind of sound. The sound was terrifying. It felt like a jet engine was next to me," he told AFP. "Stepping on the floor was like stepping on a hot wok. The heat was like putting your head in an oven, it felt like I was burning." Dashcam footage shared online showed a column of fire from what appears to be an explosion, creating a massive fireball that shot into the sky. Another video shared online showed a residential area covered in smoke while a huge fire blazed in the background. Singed trees and melted cars are also seen in the video. Selangor Chief Minister Amirudin Shari said in a Facebook post that a temporary relief centre had been set up at a nearby mosque. He warned the public to stay away from the area affected by the fire while investigations and rescue work were being carried out.
Times of Oman
01-04-2025
- Times of Oman
Over 100 injured in fire after gas pipeline explosion in Malaysia's Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur [Malaysia]: More than 100 people were injured in a fire that broke out following a gas pipeline leak on the outskirts of Myanmar's capital, Kuala Lumpur, on Tuesday, Al Jazeera reported. The fire erupted after an explosion and fireball at 8:10 am (local time) on Tuesday in the suburb of Putra Heights, central Selangor state. The gas pipeline belonging to Malaysia's state-run energy firm Petronas. Selangor's Chief Minister said that the blaze quickly spread, threatening nearby villages during a public holiday for Eid celebration, Al Jazeera reported, citing state news agency Bernama. As many as 112 people were injured, with 63 of them taken to the hospital for burn injuries, breathing difficulties and other injuries, according to Selangor Deputy Police Chief Mohamad Zaini Abu Hassan, as reported by Al Jazeera. At least 49 houses were also damaged in the fire, Hassan added. No deaths have been reported in the incident. In a statement, the state's disaster management unit said that efforts were underway to rescue trapped residents, with several people receiving treatment for burns, Al Jazeera reported. Selangor's Chief Minister said 82 people had been rescued so far. The chief minister further said that residents will be temporarily moved to a nearby mosque until the situation is under control.
Express Tribune
01-04-2025
- General
- Express Tribune
Gas pipeline explosion injures more than 100 near Malaysia's Kuala Lumpur
Listen to article A massive fire erupted on the outskirts of Malaysia's capital on Tuesday, triggered by a gas leak from a pipeline owned by state-run energy company Petronas. The blaze injured over 100 people and caused widespread damage. The explosion, which occurred at approximately 8:10 AM local time in the town of Putra Heights, Selangor state, sent a fireball into the sky that was visible for kilometres around. A large plume of smoke also billowed above the area as the flames quickly spread, threatening nearby villages. Selangor's Deputy Police Chief, Mohamad Zaini Abu Hassan, confirmed that at least 112 people were injured, with 63 needing hospitalisation for burns, breathing problems, and other injuries. Authorities stated that no deaths have been reported so far, though some people were trapped in their homes when the fire broke out. As rescue operations continued, Malaysia's disaster management unit said that 82 residents had been rescued, and efforts to control the fire remained ongoing. Temporary shelters have been set up at nearby mosques for displaced families. Local authorities confirmed that Petronas had isolated the pipeline, and fire crews were working to extinguish the flames. "The situation is being closely monitored, and safety measures are in place to prevent further harm," a statement from Petronas said. Social media was flooded with images and videos of the blaze, with many locals reporting strong tremors and loud bangs as the explosion occurred. "We immediately ran out of the house when we heard the explosion," said a resident who was living about 200 meters from the site. Authorities are continuing their efforts to evacuate the area and provide medical assistance to those affected. The Malaysian government has urged people in the vicinity to stay clear of the affected zone, and relief efforts are being coordinated. The fire has left a significant mark on the local community, with 49 houses reported to have been damaged. Despite the severity of the blaze, authorities are hopeful that the situation will be under control soon. Petronas expressed regret over the incident and reassured the public that they were taking all necessary steps to manage the aftermath. The firm pledged to continue cooperating with local authorities to ensure the safety of affected residents and restore normalcy as quickly as possible. As of Tuesday afternoon, the fire's intensity had diminished, but a residual flame and smoke continued to be visible, according to witnesses several kilometres away.
NBC News
01-04-2025
- General
- NBC News
Burst gas pipe sparks column of flame in Malaysia, injuring more than 100 people
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia — A fire caused by a burst gas pipe spread to several homes and sent a fireball soaring into the sky outside Malaysia 's largest city Tuesday, injuring more than 100 people. The towering inferno near a gas station in Putra Heights outside Kuala Lumpur was visible for miles and lasted for several hours. It happened during a public holiday as Muslims, who are the majority in Malaysia, celebrate the second day of Eid. National oil company Petronas said the fire started at one of its gas pipelines at 8:10 a.m. (8:10 p.m. Monday ET) and that the affected pipeline was later isolated. Disaster management officials said shutting the valves would eventually snuff out the fire. The flames, 20 stories high at one point, were small enough for firefighters to approach around 2:45 p.m., the Selangor state fire department told the Star newspaper. At least 49 houses were damaged and 112 people were injured, with 63 sent to the hospital for burns, breathing difficulties and other injuries, Selangor Deputy Police Chief Mohamad Zaini Abu Hassan was quoted as saying by the national Bernama news agency.
CNN
01-04-2025
- General
- CNN
Burst gas pipe sparks colossal fire in Malaysia, injuring more than 100
A fire caused by a burst gas pipe spread to several homes and sent a fireball soaring into the sky outside Malaysia's largest city Tuesday, injuring more than 100 people. The towering inferno near a gas station in Putra Heights outside Kuala Lumpur was visible for miles and lasted for several hours. It happened during a public holiday as Muslims, who are the majority in Malaysia, celebrate the second day of Eid. National oil company Petronas said the fire started at one of its gas pipelines at 8:10 a.m. and the affected pipeline was later isolated. Disaster management officials said shutting the valves will eventually snuff out the fire. The flames, 20 stories high at one point, were small enough for firefighters to approach around 2:45 p.m., the Selangor state fire department told the Star newspaper. At least 49 houses were damaged and 112 people were injured, with 63 sent to the hospital for burns, breathing difficulties and other injuries, Selangor Deputy Police Chief Mohamad Zaini Abu Hassan was quoted by national Bernama news agency as saying. Selangor Chief Minister Amirudin Shari said the fire department evacuated nearby homes as a safety measure and the residents will be placed in mosques nearby until the situation is under control. Pictures and videos of the fireball went viral on social media, with some residents saying they felt a strong tremor with the doors and windows of their homes shaking. Lee Weng Ken, who suffered burns to his left leg, said he was shocked when the ceiling of his house collapsed and crushed his vehicle parked in the compound of the house. 'I rushed out of my house but fell and suffered burns due to the heat from the blaze near my house,' he told Bernama. Another victim who only wanted to be known as Andy, told Bernama he ran out of his home with his children when they felt tremors and saw the raging fire about 100 meters (328 feet) away. 'I could only take the car out. My 18-year-old daughter injured her foot when she fell while climbing the fence due to the heat, he said. Petronas said three gas stations were closed as a precaution, though they weren't affected, and investigations are still underway. This story has been updated with additional information.
