{
  "id": 15391362,
  "title": "Tawau fire victims thank PM for contribution",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/18/tawau-fire-victims-thank-pm-for-contribution",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-18T09:44:18.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/news/nation/2026/10/1558326/tawau-fire-victims-thank-pm-contribution"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Tawau fire victims have thanked Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim for his special assistance during the tragedy. Mohd Azmi Mohd Asri, one of the victims, expressed his gratitude to the Prime Minister for his concern over the disaster that struck their village. He recounted witnessing a large fire that broke out near his home, managing to salvage some personal belongings before escaping with his parents. Abdul Japar Judin, another victim, also expressed his appreciation for the government aid provided, suggesting more frequent fire safety awareness programmes. Mustapha Sakmud, a Minister in the Prime Minister's Department for Sabah and Sarawak, presented assistance to 69 affected households. He expressed condolences to the victims and mentioned further aid from other sources, including the National Disaster Management Agency and the state government. Mustapha reminded the public to be vigilant at home, particularly with kitchen equipment and electrical appliances, to reduce fire risks. The fire destroyed 15 houses, affecting 267 people from 69 households.",
  "summary": "TAWAU: Victims of the fire at Batu 2, Jalan Apas, have expressed their gratitude to Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim for the special assistance provided to help ease the burden on affected families.",
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Bernama",
        "title": "General : Tawau Fire Victims Thank Prime Minister For Contribution",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/18/general-tawau-fire-victims-thank-prime-minister-for-contribution",
        "published": "2026-10-18T09:20:32.000Z"
      }
    ]
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  "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."
}