Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:57pm on 01 Apr 2025,Tuesday International
A burst gas pipeline in Putra Heights, Malaysia, ignited a massive fire on Tuesday, injuring 112 people and damaging 49 houses. The inferno, visible for miles, erupted near a gas station during Eid celebrations. National oil company Petronas confirmed the fire started at 8:10 a.m., with emergency teams isolating the pipeline. Selangor authorities evacuated residents, relocating them to mosques. Some victims suffered burns and breathing difficulties, with 63 hospitalized. Eyewitnesses described tremors and collapsing structures. Viral videos captured flames reaching 20 stories high. Investigations continue as Petronas shuts three gas stations as a precaution. (PC: AP)
