One dead as landslide hits Paya Terubong house, two escape, says Penang Fire Dept

Paya Terubong, Penang witnessed a tragic landslide on October 25 that resulted in the death of one individual and left two others unharmed. The Penang Fire and Rescue Department received an emergency call at 8:36 am regarding the incident. The team from the Paya Terubong Fire and Rescue Station was promptly dispatched to the scene.

Upon arrival, it was discovered that the landslide had affected the back section of a house, potentially involving three occupants. Two occupants managed to escape, while the third was trapped under the debris and tragically confirmed dead at 9:10 am by Health Ministry personnel. Firefighters, including seven personnel with a supervisor, along with a Light Fire Rescue Tender and an Emergency Medical Rescue Service unit, assisted in extricating the victim from the rubble. The operation commenced at 9:45 am.