{
  "id": 16828765,
  "title": "Kedah fire dept: 'Bomba' vehicle in viral video is not ours",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/28/kedah-fire-dept-bomba-vehicle-in-viral-video-is-not-ours",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-28T01:11:09.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/news/regional/2026/10/1565118/kedah-fire-dept-bomba-vehicle-viral-video-not-ours"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Kedah Fire and Rescue Department has confirmed that a private vehicle with the word \"Bomba\" and a beacon light is not affiliated with the department or any Volunteer Fire Brigade in the state. The department is aware of a viral video on social media displaying the vehicle and is investigating the unauthorized use of its identity. The department takes such misuse seriously as it can mislead the public and damage the reputation of the fire service. They appreciate the public's assistance in providing accurate information and reiterating their commitment to maintaining the integrity and professionalism of the department while preserving public trust in the fire service.",
  "summary": "ALOR STAR: The Kedah Fire and Rescue Department has confirmed that a private vehicle bearing the word “Bomba” and fitted with a beacon light does not belong to the department or any Volunteer Fire Brigade in the state.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Malay Mail",
        "title": "Kedah Fire Dept says ‘Bomba’ vehicle allegedly caught running red light is not its own",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/28/kedah-fire-dept-says-bomba-vehicle-allegedly-caught-running-red-light",
        "published": "2026-10-28T02:15:56.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "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."
}