TAWAU: A major fire at Kampung Kurnia Jaya this morning destroyed 25 homes, including one semi-permanent structure, and a motorcycle.
No casualties were reported as all residents evacuated safely before emergency services arrived.
The Tawau Fire and Rescue Department received the call at 9:37am and arrived at the scene by 9:48am.
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The incident affected an area measuring approximately 80 by 150 feet.
Firefighters deployed multiple water sources, including onboard fire engine tanks and nearby seawater, using both offensive and defensive strategies to contain the flames.
A total of 1,300 surrounding homes were successfully saved.
The operation involved 39 fire personnel led by Commander PBK I Jehrey Ibno and Senior Commander PPgB Madzlan Sharman.
They were supported by seven community firefighters, as well as officers from the police (PDRM), Health Ministry, Civil Defence (APM), and Sabah Electricity.
Post-operation checks were conducted to ensure the site was safe and free of further hazards.
