Fire at JB City Square Mall
A car fire broke out in the basement carpark of Johor Bahru City Square, damaging 10 cars and causing breathing difficulties for three women, including a Singaporean. The cause of the incident is still under investigation.
Global Newsflix 2 min read
A fire broke out in the basement carpark of Johor Bahru City Square at 3:40pm on October 6, damaging 10 cars and causing breathing difficulties for three women.
The blaze originated from a sport utility vehicle before spreading to nearby vehicles, according to Larkin Fire and Rescue Station chief Mohd Suhaimi Abdul Jamal.
Three women, including Singaporean Tan Lee Huang, 57, suffered breathing difficulties due to smoke inhalation. One of the women, 48-year-old Haslinda Ngadelan, was sent to Hospital Sultanah Aminah for further treatment.
Firefighters from the Larkin, Tebrau, and Kempas fire and rescue stations, as well as the Mount Austin Volunteer Fire Department, were deployed to the scene. They used two 90m hose lines connected to the building's fire protection system and the fire engine pump to contain the blaze.
The operation involved 26 personnel and ended at 8:37pm. Rescue personnel conducted a thorough search of the parking area to ensure no other individuals were trapped.
The cause of the incident and the total losses are still under investigation. City Square mall is connected to the Sultan Iskandar Customs, Immigration and Quarantine Complex by an overhead bridge.
Key facts
- 10 cars were damaged in the fire
- 3 women, including a Singaporean, suffered breathing difficulties
- The fire originated from a sport utility vehicle
- The cause of the incident is still under investigation
Three perspectives
Neutral
The incident has raised concerns about fire safety in public places. The investigation into the cause of the fire is ongoing. The mall has resumed normal operations.
Positive
The quick response of the firefighters and rescue personnel helped to contain the blaze and prevent further damage. The incident highlights the importance of having effective emergency response systems in place.
Negative
The fire has caused significant damage to property and disrupted the daily activities of mall visitors. The incident has also raised questions about the safety of vehicles in public parking areas.
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