Malaysian Volunteer Injured Saving Car from House Fire

A member of the Malaysian Volunteer Corps (Rela) sustained burns to both his legs while trying to rescue his car from a fire that engulfed his home in Kampung Lubok Stol, Rantau Panjang. The incident occurred late last night.

The victim, Muhammad Izzuddin Razali, 31, is currently receiving medical attention at Raja Perempuan Zainab II Hospital in Kota Bharu. His wife, Nur Iliatie Asmira Alemee, explained that her husband acted out of concern that the car might explode, potentially worsening the fire. His attempt to move the vehicle, however, resulted in his injuries.

Nur Iliatie recounted that she was folding laundry when the fire broke out. She managed to direct their three children and a cousin to safety before contacting the fire department. The fire not only destroyed their home but also an estimated RM3,000 in emergency savings, leaving the family with nothing.

Firefighters responded promptly to the scene. Commander Mohd. Razali Che Mohd. Noor of the Rantau Panjang Fire and Rescue Station confirmed that 23 personnel were involved in the firefighting and rescue operations. Upon arrival, they found that three houses were involved in the blaze, and one victim had sustained burns. The cause of the fire and the total estimated losses are still under investigation.