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Straits Times
3 days ago
- Politics
- Straits Times
Malaysia gas pipeline fire not caused by excavation, says minister
Find out what's new on ST website and app. Malaysia's Deputy Human Resources Minister Abdul Rahman Mohamad said the pipeline was located at least 6m underground. KUALA LUMPUR – Localised development work near the site of the Putra Heights pipeline fire in Selangor did not cause the disaster, Malaysia's parliament has been told. Deputy Human Resources Minister Abdul Rahman Mohamad said the pipeline was located at least 6m underground. 'There is no chance for excavation works to reach it,' he added. 'The explosion was caused by underground soil movement and a later collapse, which generated friction and then the explosion. 'Moving forward, we will take more precautions. Replacement works are also underway and the contractor involved is complying with international standards,' he said on July 28. He noted that a joint on the affected pipe experienced mechanical fatigue, resulting in cyclic loading from repeated strain or loading on a component. 'The pipe experienced substantial underground movement, which was also caused by prolonged and concentrated water accumulation in one spot. 'This caused the ground supporting the pipe to give way,' he said. He also assured that all Petronas-owned pipelines comply with internationally recognised standards, adding that the ministry's Occupational Safety and Health Department findings revealed that all gas pipelines nationwide are still in safe condition. Abdul Rahman was responding to Dr Ah mad Yunus Hairi, MP for Kuala Langat, who asked about the cause of the pipeline fire in Putra Heights. He also asked about the government's assurance towards ensuring safety for those living along the pipelines. To this, Mr Abdul Rahman said measures taken include technical assessments on gas pipelines, increasing patrols along pipelines close to high-density communities, updating geotechnical risk assessments, and improving emergency preparedness, among others.
The Star
3 days ago
- Politics
- The Star
Putra Heights inferno: Excavations, developments did not cause pipeline fire, Dewan Rakyat told
KUALA LUMPUR: Localised development activities, such as excavation, could not have resulted in the pipeline fire at Putra Heights, the Dewan Rakyat was told. Deputy Human Resources Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Rahman Mohamad said the pipelines were located at least 6m underground. 'It was 6m deep. There is no chance for excavation works to reach those levels. "The explosion was caused by underground soil movement and a later collapse, which caused friction and then the explosion. 'Moving forward, we will be taking more precautions. Replacement works are also underway with the involved contractor also complying with international standards,' he said on Monday (July 28). He noted that a joint on the affected pipe experienced mechanical fatigue, resulting in cyclic loading, relating to repeated strain or loads on a component. "The pipe experienced substantial underground movement, which was also caused by prolonged and concentrated water accumulation in one spot. "This caused the ground supporting the pipe to lose support," he said. He also assured that all Petronas-owned pipelines comply with internationally recognised standards, adding that the ministry's Department of Occupational Safety and Health findings revealed that all gas pipelines nationwide are still in safe condition. Abdul Rahman was responding to Datuk Dr Ahmad Yunus Hairi (PN-Kuala Langat), who asked about the cause of the pipeline fire in Putra Heights. He also asked about the government's assurance towards ensuring safety for those living along the pipelines. To this, Abdul Rahman said measures taken include technical assessments on gas pipelines, increasing patrols along pipelines close to high-density communities, updating geotechnical risk assessments, and improving emergency preparedness, among others. The explosion on April 1 damaged hundreds of homes and displaced hundreds of residents.
Daily Express
5 days ago
- Business
- Daily Express
Blackouts due to gas supply hitch
Published on: Saturday, July 26, 2025 Published on: Sat, Jul 26, 2025 Text Size: According to SE Chief Operating Officer Ir. Ts. Mohd Yusmanizam Mohd Yusof, the shutdown occurred at 2.11pm, affecting gas delivery to power plants in the Kota Kinabalu area. Kota Kinabalu: An emergency shutdown at a Petronas-owned gas terminal on Wednesday disrupted gas supply to several power stations, prompting Sabah Electricity Sdn Bhd (SE) to implement rolling blackouts across parts of the State. According to SE Chief Operating Officer Ir. Ts. Mohd Yusmanizam Mohd Yusof, the shutdown occurred at 2.11pm, affecting gas delivery to power plants in the Kota Kinabalu area. The affected stations were forced to switch from gas to diesel fuel, resulting in a 60-megawatt drop in generation capacity for the Sabah and Labuan electricity grid. The first round of load shedding, from 2.38pm to 4.53pm, affected users in Pitas, Papar, Keningau, Kunak, Balung and Tawau. A second blackout followed at 6.38pm, impacting Kudat, Kota Marudu, Tuaran, Lok Kawi, Kimanis, Beaufort, Tenom, Nabawan, Beluran, Sandakan, Semporna, Sebatik and parts of Pitas and Tawau. Full power supply was restored by 9.36pm. SESB extended its apologies to consumers for the inconvenience and for delays in communication regarding the outages. The utility also appealed for public understanding, citing ongoing operational challenges in maintaining a stable power supply. Consumers in need of assistance or updates are advised to contact SESB via the Sabah Electricity Careline at 15444 or 088-515000, WhatsApp at 019-852 5427, or through the Sabah Electricity mobile application. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Borneo Post
6 days ago
- Business
- Borneo Post
Emergency shutdown of Petronas gas terminal causes electricity supply rationing in Sabah
Yusmanizam KOTA KINABALU: An emergency shutdown at a Petronas-owned gas terminal on Wednesday disrupted gas supply to several power stations, forcing Sabah Electricity Sdn Bhd to implement rotational electricity rationing in several areas across Sabah. Sabah Electricity chief operating officer Mohd Yusmanizam Mohd Yusof stated that the emergency shutdown at the Petronas gas terminal occurred at 2:11pm on Wednesday. This situation affected gas supply to several power stations in the Kota Kinabalu area, forcing them to switch from gas to diesel fuel. Consequently, this led to a 60MW reduction in generation capacity for the Sabah and Labuan grid. The first round of electricity rationing took place from 2:38pm to 4:53pm and affected users in Pitas, Papar, Keningau, Kunak, Balung and Tawau. A second round of rationing began at 6:38pm and involved areas including Kudat, Pitas, Kota Marudu, Tuaran, Lok Kawi, Kimanis, Beaufort, Tenom, Nabawan, Beluran, Sandakan, Kunak, Semporna, Tawau and Sebatik. Full electricity supply was restored at 9:36pm. Sabah Electricity acknowledges the inconvenience caused to users during the supply disruption and apologises for the delay in informing affected consumers. At the same time, it seeks the public's understanding regarding the challenges faced in providing a stable electricity supply. Users are advised to contact Sabah Electricity via the Careline at 15444, 088-515000, via WhatsApp at 019-8525427, or through the Sabah Electricity mobile application. lead Mohd Yusmanizam Mohd Yusof Sabah Electricity
Borneo Post
6 days ago
- Business
- Borneo Post
Emergency shutdown of Petronas gas terminal causes electricity supply rationing
Yusmanizam KOTA KINABALU: An emergency shutdown at a Petronas-owned gas terminal on Wednesday disrupted gas supply to several power stations, forcing Sabah Electricity Sdn Bhd to implement rotational electricity rationing in several areas across Sabah. Sabah Electricity's Chief Operating Officer, Ir. Ts. Mohd Yusmanizam bin Mohd Yusof, stated that the emergency shutdown at the Petronas gas terminal occurred at 2:11pm on Wednesday. This situation affected gas supply to several power stations in the Kota Kinabalu area, forcing them to switch from gas to diesel fuel. Consequently, this led to a 60MW reduction in generation capacity for the Sabah and Labuan grid. The first round of electricity rationing took place from 2:38pm to 4:53pm and affected users in Pitas, Papar, Keningau, Kunak, Balung and Tawau. A second round of rationing began at 6:38pm and involved areas including Kudat, Pitas, Kota Marudu, Tuaran, Lok Kawi, Kimanis, Beaufort, Tenom, Nabawan, Beluran, Sandakan, Kunak, Semporna, Tawau and Sebatik. Full electricity supply was restored at 9:36pm. Sabah Electricity acknowledges the inconvenience caused to users during the supply disruption and apologises for the delay in informing affected consumers. At the same time, it seeks the public's understanding regarding the challenges faced in providing a stable electricity supply. Users are advised to contact Sabah Electricity via the Careline at 15444, 088-515000, via WhatsApp at 019-852 5427, or through the Sabah Electricity mobile application.
