Man injured while trying to put out fire at EV battery storage room
GEORGE TOWN: A 31-year-old man was injured while trying to put out a fire at an electric vehicle (EV) battery storage room in Jalan Jelutong yesterday.
At 3:42pm, a fire broke out in a 10 square foot battery storage room at an electric vehicle (EV) charging facility in Jalan Jelutong, Penang. The incident prompted an immediate response from the Penang Fire and Rescue Department, which dispatched assistance at 3:42pm.
The fire severely damaged approximately 85% of the premises. A 31-year-old man sustained injuries while attempting to combat the blaze. He received preliminary medical attention from the Emergency Medical Rescue Services (EMRS) before being transported to Penang Hospital for further evaluation.
Firefighters from the Jalan Perak station, along with units from Lebuh Pantai and Paya Terubong stations, were mobilized to the scene. They deployed two water lines equipped with 60-meter jets and a hose reel to douse the flames. The fire was successfully contained by 4pm, and fully extinguished at 4:10pm.
Following the blaze, firefighters conducted thorough overhaul procedures to ensure no lingering hazards. The operation concluded at 5:57pm, and the case was subsequently forwarded to the Fire Investigation Unit for further examination.
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