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One Dead, Two Firefighters Injured in Clementi Flat Fire

A fire in a Clementi HDB block has claimed one life, with two firefighters suffering burn injuries. Some 40 residents were evacuated as a precaution, though most returned home within hours.

By Khairul Anuar · 1 Aug 2026 · 5 min read

Magnitude 7.1 Earthquake Strikes Southwestern Japan; Thousands Left Without Power

A magnitude 7.1 earthquake centred in Kumamoto Prefecture struck southwestern Japan on Tuesday afternoon, registering the highest seismic intensity level for the first time since early 2024 and affecting tens of thousands of households.

By Khairul Anuar · 31 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

China Seeks Public Input on Deadly Guangxi Dam Collapse Investigation

China's government is appealing to the public for information about the collapse of Liulan Reservoir in Guangxi on July 6, which killed at least 26 people. The investigation aims to determine causes and prevent future disasters.

By Khairul Anuar · 31 Jul 2026 · 5 min read

Southwestern Japan Earthquake Kills 13 as Rescue Operations Continue

A magnitude 7.1 earthquake in Kumamoto Prefecture, southwestern Japan, has claimed 13 lives. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi announced the death toll Wednesday as rescue teams searched for missing persons and transport services remained disrupted.

By Khairul Anuar · 29 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

Powerful 7.1 magnitude earthquake strikes southwestern Japan, injuring multiple people

A 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck southwestern Japan on Tuesday afternoon, registering the highest intensity level and causing injuries. The quake disrupted transport, power supplies, and triggered precautionary measures across the region.

By Khairul Anuar · 29 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Malaysia Must Establish Unified Air Disaster Command System, Says Ahmad Zahid

Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid has emphasized the need for Malaysia to establish an integrated air disaster management system allowing all agencies to operate under one command and execute coordinated responses during emergencies.

By Khairul Anuar · 27 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Two Dead, Eight Hurt in Brussels Apartment Building Blaze

A fire in a Schaerbeek apartment building in Brussels claimed two lives and left eight people injured on Sunday morning. Authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the blaze.

By Khairul Anuar · 26 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

School Liaison Officers Do Far More Than Combat Bullying, Says Home Minister

Malaysia's Home Minister has emphasised that School Liaison Officers perform duties extending well beyond addressing bullying, encompassing comprehensive monitoring of student safety and welfare across schools nationwide.

By Khairul Anuar · 23 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Spain Battles Massive Wildfire in Zaragoza as 1,100 Evacuated

Spain's most destructive wildfire this year has consumed 12,000 hectares across Zaragoza province, displacing over 1,100 residents. Firefighters deployed 400 personnel and 19 aircraft to battle the blaze after it erupted in the Cinco Villas region on Wednesday.

By Khairul Anuar · 19 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

Flash Floods Kill 11 in Kashmir as Monsoon Batters Northern India

At least 11 people have died in flash floods across Indian-administered Jammu and Kashmir following heavy monsoon rains since Saturday night, with Rajouri and Poonch districts severely impacted and evacuation operations ongoing.

By Khairul Anuar · 19 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

France Mobilises Against Multiple Wildfires as Fontainebleau Blaze Destroys Nearly 2,000 Hectares

France is battling an escalating wildfire crisis, with two major fires in Fontainebleau destroying nearly 1,920 hectares. Authorities have arrested two suspects for arson, while deploying 600 firefighters and investigating 59 suspected cases of intentional fire-setting nationwide.

By Khairul Anuar · 14 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Lorry Driver Dies After Plunge Into 150-Foot Ravine Near Pos Blau-Lojing

A lorry driver in his 40s died after his 10-tonne vehicle plunged into a 150-foot ravine near Pos Blau-Lojing Bridge in Gua Musang. Firefighters spent nearly three hours reaching the remote scene and extracting the victim from beneath a fallen tree.

By Khairul Anuar · 13 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Maxim Malaysia Rolls Out Enhanced Emergency Response System for Drivers and Passengers

Ride-hailing platform Maxim Malaysia has significantly strengthened its safety infrastructure by deploying an advanced SOS system that enables both drivers and passengers to summon help more efficiently during emergencies, with features including rapid alerts to multiple contacts and peer-driver assistance networks.

By Khairul Anuar · 13 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Kentucky Flooding Death Toll Rises to Four as Governor Declares State of Emergency

Severe flooding in Kentucky has claimed at least four lives, prompting Governor Andy Beshear to declare a state of emergency. Torrential rains have battered the region with forecasts of additional precipitation expected.

By Khairul Anuar · 29 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

Search Enters Third Day for Man Feared Killed by Crocodile in Brunei River

Brunei's emergency services have launched a major multi-agency search operation for a missing man believed attacked by a crocodile in Kampong Baru Sungai Bera, deploying boats, drones and personnel across three days with no trace yet.

By Rajesh Kumar · 26 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

Wildfire Suppression Aircraft Crashes in Canada's Northwest Territories, Three Killed

A wildfire suppression aircraft has crashed in Canada's Northwest Territories, resulting in three fatalities. The Cessna O-1 Bird Dog was engaged in firefighting operations when it went down near Fort Simpson on Thursday.

By Rajesh Kumar · 26 Jun 2026 · 3 min read

Malaysia Records 1,059 Hiking Accidents and 63 Deaths Since 2021, Government Strengthens Safety Protocols

Malaysia has recorded 1,059 hiking accidents resulting in 63 deaths since 2021, prompting the government to implement new safety measures including mandatory certified guides and a digital trail registration system.

By Rajesh Kumar · 23 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

Robotaxis Under Fire: Safety Incidents Force Stricter Rules as Technology Races Ahead

Robotaxis freezing at crime scenes and blocking emergency responders have prompted lawmakers to impose stricter licensing and safety rules. The technology's rapid expansion globally raises questions about whether autonomous systems can safely integrate with unpredictable real-world scenarios.

By Rajesh Kumar · 21 Jun 2026 · 5 min read

Rare Storm Ravages Bercham, Affecting Over 240 Homes

An unprecedented storm struck Bercham in Ipoh yesterday evening, affecting more than 240 residences and eight commercial premises. Authorities attribute the damage to a rare landspout phenomenon and are mobilising aid and repair efforts.

By Rajesh Kumar · 20 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

Two rescued from Singapore HDB fire sparked by electrical fault

Two people were rescued from a burning 13th-floor flat in Singapore's Jurong West early on June 17, with four family members hospitalised. Preliminary findings suggest an electrical fault in the living room triggered the blaze.

By Rajesh Kumar · 18 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

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