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Two more children die in Kulim drain collapse; death toll reaches four
Two additional children have been confirmed dead following a drainage collapse in Kulim, Kedah, bringing the total fatality count to four. The victims died while being transported to Kulim Hospital.
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The two children were among a group that fell into a collapsed drainage system in the Kulim area. They succumbed to their injuries during transit to medical facilities, according to local authorities.
The incident has claimed four lives in total, with rescue and medical teams responding to the scene. Investigations into the cause of the drainage collapse are understood to be underway, with authorities examining structural conditions and safety measures at the site.
The tragedy has raised concerns about infrastructure maintenance in the area. Local officials have indicated they will be conducting safety assessments of similar drainage systems in the region to prevent further incidents.
Families of the victims have been notified, and support services are being made available to affected communities. The incident remains under investigation by relevant authorities.