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The Star
2 days ago
- The Star
Hutan Melintang fire: Census conducted to channel aid, cause still under probe
BAGAN DATUK: The Perak Social Welfare Department and the village chief's office have conducted an immediate census to provide aid to the victims of the Hutan Melintang fire on Saturday (June 28). District Disaster Management Committee chairman Nazrul Fazami Mohamad said that relevant departments and agencies have been mobilised to conduct a quick census of the affected victims. "The Welfare Department and the village chief's office have begun the census to complete the documentation procedures in a timely manner. "We have also requested all victims to lodge police reports so that state-level disaster aid can be channelled through the Bagan Datuk District and Land Office," he said when visiting the victims and the incident site Saturday. In the 4.30am incident, 23 properties in Bagan Pasir Laut near here were razed. This included 19 Class B and C houses, each approximately 92.9 square metres in size, a non-Muslim house of worship, two eateries, and a sundry shop. No casualties were reported. Nazrul Fazami said that no relief centre (PPS) has been opened, as all victims are reportedly staying with their relatives nearby. "A meeting with representatives of the residents found that all victims currently have temporary shelter, so there is no need to open a PPS at this time. "However, further discussions will be held from time to time to assess the need to open a PPS should the situation arise," he said. Meanwhile, Perak Fire and Rescue Department assistant director of operations Sabarodzi Nor Ahmad said it was still too early to determine the cause of the fire. He said the department's forensic team is still investigating to determine the actual cause of the incident. "Based on initial information from witnesses at the scene, the fire is believed to have originated in one of the houses at the back row of the affected premises. "As a result, the scope of the investigation has been narrowed, and focus will be placed on that house to identify the exact cause of the fire," he said. - Bernama
The Sun
2 days ago
- General
- The Sun
Hutan Melintang fire victims receive aid as cause investigation continues
BAGAN DATUK: The Perak Social Welfare Department (JKM) and the village chief's office have initiated a census to expedite aid distribution for victims of the Hutan Melintang fire. District Disaster Management Committee chairman Nazrul Fazami Mohamad confirmed that multiple agencies are coordinating efforts to assess the damage and assist affected families. 'JKM and the village chief's office are working swiftly to complete documentation for aid disbursement. Victims are urged to file police reports to facilitate state-level assistance through the Bagan Datuk District and Land Office,' Nazrul Fazami said during a site visit today. The fire, which broke out at 4.30 am, destroyed 23 properties in Bagan Pasir Laut, including 19 Class B and C houses, a non-Muslim house of worship, two eateries, and a sundry shop. No injuries or fatalities were reported. Nazrul Fazami added that no relief centre (PPS) has been opened as all displaced residents are temporarily staying with nearby relatives. 'Further discussions will monitor the situation to determine if a PPS is needed later,' he said. Meanwhile, Perak Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) assistant director of operations Sabarodzi Nor Ahmad stated that the fire's cause remains under investigation. Witness accounts suggest the blaze started in a rear-row house, narrowing the forensic team's focus.
New Straits Times
2 days ago
- New Straits Times
Hutan Melintang fire: Census conducted to channel aid; cause still under probe
BAGAN DATUK: The Perak Welfare Department and the village chief's office have conducted an immediate census to provide aid to the victims of the Hutan Melintang fire. District Disaster Management Committee chairman Nazrul Fazami Mohamad said that relevant departments and agencies have been mobilised to conduct a quick census of the affected victims. "The department and the village chief's office have begun the census to complete the documentation procedures in a timely manner. "We have also requested all victims to lodge police reports so that state-level disaster aid can be channelled through the Bagan Datuk District and Land Office," he said when visiting the victims and the incident site today. In the 4.30am incident, 23 properties in Bagan Pasir Laut near here were razed. This included 19 Class B and C houses, each approximately 92.9 square metres in size, a non-Muslim house of worship, two eateries, and a sundry shop. No casualties were reported. Nazrul Fazami said that no relief centre (PPS) has been opened, as all victims are reportedly staying with their relatives nearby. "A meeting with representatives of the residents found that all victims currently have temporary shelter, so there is no need to open a PPS at this time. "However, further discussions will be held from time to time to assess the need to open a PPS should the situation arise," he said. Meanwhile, Perak Fire and Rescue Department assistant director of operations Sabarodzi Nor Ahmad said it was still too early to determine the cause of the fire. He said the department's forensic team is still investigating to determine the actual cause of the incident. "Based on initial information from witnesses at the scene, the fire is believed to have originated in one of the houses at the back row of the affected premises. "As a result, the scope of the investigation has been narrowed, and focus will be placed on that house to identify the exact cause of the fire," he said. – Bernama
The Hindu
16-06-2025
- Climate
- The Hindu
Holiday for educational institutions in Udupi district
The Udupi district administration declared a holiday for educational institutions up to PUC and ITIs in the district on Tuesday (June 17, 2025), in view of the anticipated heavy rains. Deputy Commissioner and District Disaster Management Committee Chairperson K. Vidyakunari said that classes for higher courses, from diploma to degree, would be held as usual. Second PUC Exam 3 would also be conducted as usual, she said.
The Hindu
13-05-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Security tightened in Dharwad district
In the wake of the Indo-Pak conflict and to contain possible repercussions, the police have taken several measures to ensure law and order in Dharwad district. Speaking at a meeting of the District Disaster Management Committee (DDMC) in Dharwad on Monday, Superintendent of Police Gopal Byakod said that at the inter-district borders nine check posts had been set up and they had intensified checking of vehicles entering the district. These check posts were being manned by armed police personnel and there was strict vigil on the movement of people and activities. Hubballi-Dharwad Police Commissioner N. Shashikumar said they had taken steps to keep a vigil over strategic places in the twin cities and they had set up 15 check posts. This apart, social media monitoring cells had been set up in 35 police stations of Hubballi-Dharwad, he said. Chairing the meeting, chairperson of DDMC and Deputy Commissioner of Dharwad Divya Prabhu G.R.J. said that the meeting was being conducted as per the Chief Minister's directions. Ms. Prabhu asked the officials of various departments to ensure that people did not panic, and to prevent any attempt to increase prices of essential commodities and also attempts to create artificial scarcity.
