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Longhouse fire destroys 10 homes in remote Ulu Baram settlement
A traditional longhouse housing multiple Penan families has been completely gutted by fire in the remote Ulu Baram region of Marudi. The incident left residents of Kampung Long Jekitan without shelter.
LSN Malaysia ·
A devastating fire has completely destroyed a 10-door longhouse in Kampung Long Jekitan, located in the Ulu Baram district of Marudi, affecting multiple families in the indigenous Penan settlement.
The longhouse, which housed an entire community, was reduced to ruins in the blaze. The remote location of the settlement in the upper reaches of Sarawak presented significant challenges for emergency response efforts.
Authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the fire. Details regarding the number of residents affected and the extent of their losses are still being assessed.
The incident highlights the vulnerability of communities in remote areas of Sarawak, where access to firefighting equipment and emergency services remains limited. Local authorities and relevant agencies have been notified of the situation to provide assistance to the displaced residents.