Malaysia

Longhouse razed in remote northern S’wak village

Rescuers also hampered by limited communication networks

Updated 5 years ago · Published on 19 Mar 2021 11:33AM

Longhouse razed in remote northern S’wak village
Eight families were forced to flee from after a fire struck their housing quarters in the Kg Pa’Derung longhouse in Bario, Sarawak this morning. – Sarawak Fire and Rescue Department pic, March 19, 2021

by Stephen Then

MIRI – The Kg Pa’Derung longhouse in the remote Bario mountains in northern Sarawak was razed at 2am today.

Sarawak Fire and Rescue Department said the longhouse has eight adjoining housing quarters.

“The eight families managed to escape the fire. We have sent rescue teams to the site. But the location is remote and communications are severely limited.”

No serious injuries were reported. The affected villagers are now in makeshift huts while awaiting help from the welfare authorities. – The Vibes, March 19, 2021

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