Segamat: A man in his 30s lost his leg in a fireworks explosion at Taman Damai Jaya, Bukit Siput, here yesterday. Segamat district police chief Supt Mohd Jumazanzahir Chek Ismail reported that the incident occurred at 12:30 am, resulting in the victim sustaining serious injuries and being rushed to the red zone of Segamat Hospital for treatment.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, the medical officer on duty confirmed that the victim's left leg had been severed below the knee, although his condition was stable. Initial investigations revealed that the victim was believed to be handling 'shoot cake 4(D) 16 Shot (Premium)' fireworks in front of his house in conjunction with the Chinese New Year celebration.

The case is currently being investigated under Sections 6 and 8 of the Explosives Act 1957. Authorities have advised the public to use only permitted fireworks in open areas and to observe safety precautions.