Sandakan: The federal government and the Sabah state government are coordinating basic assistance and temporary accommodation as soon as possible for the victims of the fire in Kampung Bahagia, Sandakan. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim expressed his shock upon receiving reports of the fire, which has resulted in the destruction of hundreds of homes.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Anwar emphasized the urgency of ensuring the safety of the victims and providing immediate assistance on the ground. The fire, which occurred early today, devastated approximately 200 houses in the floating village, leaving many residents in need of urgent support.

Sandakan Fire and Rescue Station (BBP) Chief Jimmy Lagung reported that a call about the fire was received at 1.32 am. In response, 35 firefighters from the Sandakan and Kinabatangan stations were dispatched to the scene to conduct extinguishing operations. To accommodate those affected, a relief centre (PPS) was activated at Dewan PPR Batu Sapi at 7 am today.