30 Houses Destroyed in Fire in Kg. Karamunting, Sandakan

A devastating fire ripped through Kampung Karamunting in Sandakan early this morning, leaving around 30 families homeless. The blaze, which erupted on Jalan Bakora, quickly engulfed numerous homes, turning a peaceful community into a scene of destruction.

Our Sandakan Fire and Rescue Department (BBP) responded swiftly to the emergency call received at 3:16 AM. A team of 21 personnel was dispatched and immediately began battling the inferno. Using three water streams from their engines, a nearby hydrant, and a water tank, they worked tirelessly to contain the fire.

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Upon arrival at the location, we immediately began extinguishing the fire using three streams of water from the engine tank, the fire hydrant, and a water tank.

While the fire tragically destroyed approximately 30 homes, the swift action of the firefighters prevented a wider catastrophe. They successfully saved around 100 houses in the vicinity, a testament to their dedication and skill. The operation was officially concluded at 7:01 AM.

Thankfully, no lives were lost in this tragic incident. However, the material losses are significant, and the community is now facing the daunting task of rebuilding. Investigations into the cause of the fire and the full extent of the damages are currently underway. As Utusan Malaysia, we stand with the affected community and hope for a swift recovery and support for those who have lost their homes.

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The fire was then brought under control, and an estimated 30 houses were destroyed in the fire, while 100 nearby houses were saved.