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4 April 2025
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Huge fire erupts near Kuala Lumpur as gas pipeline explodes, Malasia
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On 1 April 2025, a fire erupted at a gas pipeline owned by Petronas, Malaysia's national oil company, near Kuala Lumpur, injuring 145 people. The fire, caused by a leak in the pipeline, led to a large explosion and flames that were visible for kilometres. Emergency evacuations were conducted within a 290-metre radius of the site, with some residents needing to be rescued from their homes. The health minister, Dzulkefly Ahmad, was quoted saying 145 people including three children were injured. He said 67 people were still being treated at public hospitals, mostly for second and third-degree burns, while 37 others had sought treatment from clinics and private hospitals. The fire department said the fire damaged 190 houses and 148 vehicles.
Authorities said the fire in the town of Puchong on the outskirts of the capital Kuala Lumpur had been extinguished by mid-afternoon. They said at least 305 people were affected, including those left homeless after some 190 homes were damaged.
Petronas said earlier it had isolated the pipeline and was working closely with all relevant parties to ensure the safety of the surrounding community, environment and security of gas supply to the country.
Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said the state government and Petronas would take full responsibility for restoring the area, adding the process could take a year.
“It will take some time to determine the cause. Let there be a thorough investigation. Our priority is safety. It looks under control so far,” he said, adding those affected would be given financial assistance in the interim.
Sources: Reuters, The Guardian
Authorities said the fire in the town of Puchong on the outskirts of the capital Kuala Lumpur had been extinguished by mid-afternoon. They said at least 305 people were affected, including those left homeless after some 190 homes were damaged.
Petronas said earlier it had isolated the pipeline and was working closely with all relevant parties to ensure the safety of the surrounding community, environment and security of gas supply to the country.
Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said the state government and Petronas would take full responsibility for restoring the area, adding the process could take a year.
“It will take some time to determine the cause. Let there be a thorough investigation. Our priority is safety. It looks under control so far,” he said, adding those affected would be given financial assistance in the interim.
Sources: Reuters, The Guardian
