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29-door Rh Austin Ikew in Song razed by early morning fire

Evening fire destroys two Siburan houses, two vehicles

Two double-storey houses and two vehicles were destroyed in a fire at Taman Indah Landeh, Siburan, yesterday evening. Firefighters from multiple stations responded to the incident and managed to control the blaze, preventing it from spreading to adjacent houses. Two other houses suffered minor water damage, and a nearby car sustained slight fire damage. All residents evacuated safely, and the cause of the fire and total losses are under investigation.

Fire razes home in Kpg Bako Hulu, leaves two homeless

Two people were left homeless after a fire destroyed their house in Kampung Bako Hulu, Kuching, yesterday evening. Firefighters from Tabuan Jaya and Petra Jaya stations responded to the distress call around 6:59 pm and successfully extinguished the blaze by 9 pm, preventing it from spreading to neighboring houses. No injuries were reported.

Fire guts row of fruit stalls at 9th Mile

A fire destroyed a row of fruit stalls at 9th Mile, Jalan Kuching-Serian, early this morning. Sarawak Fire and Rescue Department received a call at 6:22 am and dispatched firefighters. The stalls were almost completely destroyed, along with a parked lorry and hatchback. A nearby 4WD vehicle was slightly damaged. Firefighters extinguished the blaze and completed overhaul work by 9:50 am. No casualties were reported.

Fire destroys two houses in Bintulu squatter settlement

Two houses were destroyed in a fire at a squatter settlement near San-San Garden, Bintulu, on Tuesday morning. The Bintulu Fire and Rescue Department responded to a distress call at 11:25 am and successfully prevented the fire from spreading to a third house. No casualties were reported. The cause of the fire and estimated losses are under investigation.

Marudi welfare association delivers fire relief to four Sarawak longhouses

Persatuan Kebajikan Prihatin Marudi delivered fire relief aid to four longhouses in Sarawak affected by fires last month. The aid, consisting of food and basic necessities, was distributed to victims in Lambir (Miri), Tatau (Bintulu), Saratok, and Lubok Antu (Sri Aman). Nine units were destroyed in Lambir, while thirteen families received aid in Tatau. The association's chairperson, Annekiu Sipun, expressed hope that the contributions would alleviate the victims' immediate hardship.

Fire destroys five houses and four vehicles in Sibu, 20 people affected

A fire in Sibu, Malaysia, destroyed five double-storey houses and four vehicles, affecting around 20 people. Firefighters responded swiftly to the distress call and contained the blaze within an hour and a half, preventing further spread to nearby houses. No casualties were reported. The cause of the fire and estimated losses are under investigation.

Excavator destroyed in fire at Kampung Tunah, Bekenu

A small excavator parked in Kampung Tunah, Bekenu, was extensively damaged by fire last night. Batu Niah Fire and Rescue Department responded to the 9:05 pm emergency call. Public members had already extinguished the fire, which consumed 80% of the excavator, using water from a nearby house. Firefighters conducted overhaul operations to ensure no further fire risk. No casualties were reported.

Homeowner prevents fire from spreading after parked car catches fire in Miri

A homeowner in Miri quickly extinguished a fire that broke out in their parked Perodua Myvi early this morning, preventing further damage. Firefighters arrived at the scene on Jalan Balsom, Tudan around 2:50 am after receiving a distress call. The car's front section sustained approximately 20% damage. The fire department confirmed the fire was fully extinguished and ensured the area was safe.

Fire damages Bintulu warehouse storing wires, electrical equipment

A warehouse storing electrical equipment and wires in Bintulu, Sarawak, experienced a fire incident. The Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) responded promptly, containing the blaze and preventing injuries. The fire caused an estimated 20% damage to the building structure and destroyed approximately half of the stored items. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation, and the total losses are yet to be determined.

Late-night fire destroys Borneo Evangelical Mission church in Baram

A Borneo Evangelical Mission (BEM) church in Sungai Bakas, Baram, was destroyed by fire late Sunday night. Batu Niah firefighters responded to the call around midnight, finding the two-story semi-permanent structure 80% engulfed. Low hydrant pressure hampered efforts, forcing firefighters to draw water from a nearby river. The fire was controlled by 12:50 am and fully extinguished by 2:33 am. No casualties were reported, but the cause and estimated losses remain under investigation.

Early morning blaze razes warehouse at Bintawa Industrial Estate

A warehouse in Kuching's Bintawa Industrial Estate was completely destroyed by a fire early Sunday morning. Firefighters were alerted at 5:40 am and arrived to find the building fully engulfed in flames, with the structure collapsing. Fire crews from three stations battled the blaze, bringing it under control by 7:50 am. No casualties were reported, and operations continued to fully extinguish the fire.

Two Sibu factories razed in early morning fire

Two factories in Sibu, Sarawak, were destroyed by a fire early this morning. The fire, which involved a wood factory and a used goods factory, broke out around 2:30 am. 26 firefighters from three stations responded and battled the blaze using both defensive and offensive tactics. Firefighting operations were still ongoing at the time of reporting.

20 left homeless after fire destroys workers quarters in Mukah

Twenty people were left homeless after a fire destroyed an eight-door workers' quarters in Kampung Bedangan Hulu, Mukah, Sarawak. The fire, which broke out yesterday morning, completely razed the non-permanent structure belonging to a shipping company. A motorcycle was also destroyed, and a car slightly damaged. Eight firefighters from Mukah fire station responded to the distress call and brought the situation under control. No injuries were reported.

Fire guts workers’ quarters at Miri plantation, three children among 21 displaced

A fire destroyed workers' quarters at an oil palm plantation in Miri, displacing 21 people, including three children. The Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) responded to the incident around 9:55 am and extinguished the fire by early afternoon. No injuries were reported. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation. Firefighters from Marudi and Lopeng fire stations, along with the plantation's emergency response team, were involved in the operation.

Fire destroys one house, damages two others in Mukah

A fire in Mukah, Malaysia, destroyed one house and damaged two others on Jalan Kampung Igan. The Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) responded to a distress call at 6:44 pm and brought the blaze under control by 7:50 pm. One non-permanent structure was completely destroyed, while two adjacent houses suffered 20% and 15% damage respectively. No injuries or casualties were reported.

One injured as fire rips through Tatau squatter settlement

A fire ravaged a squatter settlement in Tatau, Sarawak, leaving 74 people homeless. Seventeen wooden houses were destroyed, and two others partially damaged were demolished to prevent further spread. Firefighters controlled the blaze using water from a nearby river. One man sustained burns to his back and received treatment. The cause of the fire and total losses are still under investigation.

Fire destroys storage shed at RPR Kidurong

A storage shed in RPR Kidurong, Bintulu, was destroyed by fire yesterday evening. Firefighters responded to the incident at 6:22 pm and found the 10x10 foot structure engulfed in flames. Three motorcycles stored inside were also destroyed. The fire was extinguished by 7:05 pm with no casualties reported.

Evening fire damages two-storey house in Siburan’s Kpg Seratau

A two-story house in Kampung Seratau, Siburan, Sarawak, experienced a fire yesterday evening, resulting in 50% damage. Firefighters from Siburan and Kota Sentosa stations responded to the incident at 6:36 pm and successfully extinguished the blaze. No casualties were reported. The cause of the fire and total losses are currently under investigation.

Car gutted in early morning fire in Tudan

A car parked in Tudan, Miri, was destroyed by fire early this morning. Lutong Fire and Rescue Department received a call at 3:18 am and responded to the scene. The fire, which engulfed 95% of the vehicle, was extinguished by 3:45 am. The car had valid road tax and insurance.