Man killed in landslide at Paya Terubong house
GEORGE TOWN: A man was killed after a landslide struck the rear of a house in Taman Seri Rambai, Paya Terubong, this morning.
A fatal landslide occurred early this morning at a residence in Taman Seri Rambai, Paya Terubong, claiming the life of a man. The Penang Fire and Rescue Department was alerted to the incident at 8:36am, reporting that three individuals were affected, with one individual tragically succumbing to the landslide. Emergency services pronounced the victim dead at 9:10am, while rescue personnel worked diligently to recover the body from the debris.
The initial reports suggested that two people were inside the house; one managed to escape, but later updates confirmed that three people were involved in the disaster. Seven firefighters from the Paya Terubong station, along with specialized rescue vehicles and police assistance, were dispatched to the scene. The rescue efforts continued as of 9:30am.
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