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Ceiling fire at Jengka Hospital forces evacuation of 17 people
A fire in the ceiling space of Jengka Hospital's paediatric and women's wards in Kuantan resulted in the evacuation of 17 individuals on Wednesday. No injuries were reported in the incident.
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KUANTAN, Sept 10 — A fire broke out in the ceiling area of the paediatric and women's wards at Jengka Hospital, prompting swift evacuation procedures that saw 17 people safely leave the affected sections.
The blaze, which occurred in the overhead space of the wards, was detected and responded to by hospital staff and emergency personnel. The quick action taken ensured all individuals in the vicinity were moved to safety without incident.
According to initial reports, no casualties or injuries were sustained as a result of the fire. Hospital authorities have not yet disclosed the cause of the ceiling fire or whether the facility experienced any structural damage.
Meanwhile, investigations into the incident are understood to be ongoing. Officials have not released details about the extent of the fire or whether normal operations in the affected wards have resumed.