Three teens injured after flag strikes high-voltage line during Alor Setar procession

ALOR SETAR, Oct 14 — During a vegetable temple procession in Mergong, near Alor Setar, three teenagers were reportedly injured by an electric shock, according to Mergong Vegetable Temple Association Secretary Chah Boon Chuan. The incident took place around 9pm, with the injured individuals being rushed to Sultanah Bahiyah Hospital (HSB).

Two 17-year-olds and one 16-year-old were among the victims. The accident occurred when a flag, carried by one of the teenagers, allegedly came into contact with a high-voltage power line after being blown by strong winds during light rain. The flag, tied to a bamboo pole, was part of the procession as thousands of participants marched along the main road.

The exact condition of the injured teens remains undisclosed, but they are currently receiving treatment in the red zone of HSB. This was the first incident of its kind, according to Chah Boon Chuan. Several videos of the incident and the injured victims' condition have circulated on social media.