Volcano-like Fire Erupts in Malaysia after Gas Pipeline Catches Fire, Several Injured
A dramatic and intense fire has erupted at a petrol station in Malaysia’s Putra Heights, on the outskirts of the capital city, Kuala Lumpur, after a gas pipeline operated by state energy firm Petronas caught fire. The incident has sent shockwaves throughout the area, with several people rescued and multiple others reported to be injured.
The fire, which has been described as “volcano-like” in its intensity, began around 2:30 pm local time on Thursday, with eyewitnesses reporting that the flames shot high into the air, sending a massive fireball into the sky. The incident has been captured on video, which has been shared widely on social media.
According to reports, the fire started after a gas pipeline operated by Petronas, Malaysia’s state-owned energy firm, ruptured and caught fire at the petrol station. The pipeline was reportedly carrying liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) at the time of the incident.
Locals in the area reported feeling the impact of the fire, with many describing how their homes’ doors and windows began shaking violently after the fire started. “I was at home when I heard a loud boom and felt the ground shaking,” said one resident. “I looked out the window and saw a massive fireball erupting from the petrol station. It was like a volcano erupting in our neighborhood.”
Emergency services were quickly dispatched to the scene, with firefighters battling to contain the blaze. Several people were rescued from the area, while multiple others were reported to be injured. The exact number of those injured is not yet clear, but authorities have confirmed that several people were taken to nearby hospitals for treatment.
The cause of the pipeline rupture is not yet known, but an investigation has been launched by Petronas and local authorities. The company has issued a statement expressing its regret for the incident and promising to cooperate fully with the investigation.
The fire has also raised concerns about the safety of nearby residential areas, with many residents fearing for their safety. “We are very concerned about the impact of the fire on our community,” said one resident. “We want to know what caused the pipeline to rupture and why it took so long for emergency services to respond.”
The incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of ensuring the safety of energy infrastructure and the need for robust safety measures to prevent such incidents from occurring in the future.
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