Fire partially destroys KTMB cargo train in Johor Bahru, no casualties reported

JOHOR BAHRU, Nov 2 — A Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad (KTMB) cargo train was involved in a fire near Taman Daya while en route from Kempas Baru to Pasir Gudang today. Fortunately, no one was injured in the incident. The Tebrau Fire and Rescue Station reported receiving an emergency call at 1:26pm. Seven personnel, along with a Fire Rescue Tender (FRT) vehicle, rushed to the scene, located approximately six kilometres away.

Upon arrival, they discovered the fire had affected the locomotive, causing around five percent damage. The cause of the fire remains under investigation as firefighting efforts continue.