Archive - 1 April 2025

Malaysia as chair can do more, take more constructive steps to assist.

No gas flow detected, says Nor Hisham.

Thorough probe into cause of incident, says Amirudin.

Ex-fire chief says container may have ruptured, leaked, or had an open valve.

UPDATED 7.41PM | As of 5pm, no deaths reported.

Victims treated for burns, cuts, and breathing difficulties.

Army chief says closely monitoring case, views incident seriously.

Like a 'meteor', 'earthquake', 'tornado'.

Authorities, utility companies, contractors urged to take preventive measures to ensure safety of residents.

It's evaluating the situation and its impact on customers.

UPDATED 3.22PM | The roads were reopened around 1.51pm.

UPDATED 4.38PM | 49 houses affected by the flames so far.

'Everything around the house melted, making it difficult to get out.'

UPDATED 12.03PM | Selangor Fire and Rescue Department has dispatched firefighters to the scene.

UK judge says Malaysian govt 'extremely hostile' towards LGBTQ+.

The US president is scuppering any goodwill the country has left.

'It gives the opportunity for a more competent company to take over.'