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Fire in Malaysia's Sabah destroys 200 homes, hundreds displaced
Strong winds and low tide helped the fire spread across the tightly packed settlement, and officials said 35 firefighters battled the blaze.
- A fire destroyed about 200 homes in Kampung Bahagia on Sunday, displacing around 445 people in Sandakan, Malaysia, according to state news agency Bernama.
- Strong winds and densely packed wooden houses built on stilts caused the fire to spread rapidly, while low tide reduced access to open water sources, Sabah Fire and Rescue Department chief Jimmy Lagung told Bernama.
- Firefighters, including 35 personnel from Sandakan and Kinabatangan stations, reached the scene at about 1.48 a.m., with Zone Sandakan fire commander leading operations alongside the Civil Defence Force and Sabah Electricity.
- No casualties have been reported, though non-permanent structures, each measuring about 300 sq ft, were completely destroyed; displaced residents registered at a temporary relief centre in Sandakan.
- Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim stated via Facebook that the federal government is coordinating with Sabah authorities to provide basic assistance, prioritizing the safety of victims and immediate aid on the ground.
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