{
  "id": 1424620,
  "title": "BMW destroyed, Axia partially in fire at KL Gateway Mall",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/17/bmw-destroyed-axia-partially-in-fire-at-kl-gateway-mall",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-17T05:10:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Vibes",
    "slug": "the-vibes",
    "url": "https://www.thevibes.com/articles/news/126268/bmw-destroyed-perodua-axia-damaged-in-fire-at-kl-gateway-mall"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "A fire broke out at KL Gateway Mall in Jalan Kerinchi, Kuala Lumpur last night, resulting in significant damage to two vehicles. According to the Kuala Lumpur Fire and Rescue Department, an emergency call was received at 9.53pm, prompting the dispatch of six firefighters from the Pantai Fire and Rescue Station. Upon arrival, the firefighters encountered two vehicles at the scene. The BMW was completely destroyed, while the Perodua Axia sustained approximately 30 percent damage. Firefighters successfully controlled and extinguished the blaze shortly after their arrival. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation.",
  "summary": "A BMW was destroyed and a Perodua Axia partially damaged after a fire broke out at KL Gateway Mall in Jalan Kerinchi in Kuala Lumpur last night. The Kuala Lumpur Fire and Rescue Department received an emergency call through the NG999 line at 9.53pm b...",
  "key_points": [
    "BMW vehicle completely destroyed in KL Gateway Mall fire",
    "Perodua Axia sustained 30% damage in the blaze",
    "Fire under investigation, dispatched at 9:53pm"
  ],
  "editors_take": "The incident highlights the swift response of local firefighters, who managed to contain and extinguish the blaze before it could spread further, limiting damage to the two vehicles.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}