The Malaysian government and several automotive companies are lending their fleets to the victims of a gas pipeline fire in Putra Heights, Selangor. State company Prasarana, carmaker Chery, and more are part of this initiative.
PUTRA HEIGHTS FIRE
Last April 2, a gas leak led to an explosion and fire in the neighbourhood of Putra Heights, damaging 190 homes and 148 cars. Prasarana Malaysia Berhad, the state company for public transportation, will deploy 6 KL on-demand vans for door-to-door service for the victims of the fire. Prasarana is working with the local government of Petaling to ensure that the victims’ needs are thoroughly supported.
The victims who cannot return to their homes are staying at a temporary shelter. The free van service will be available until the aftermath at Putra Heights stabilises. The van’s route will cover the areas of Dewan Masjid Putra Heights, Kampung Puchong Tenga, and Kampung Kuala Sungai Baru. Traffic personnel and auxiliary police officers will be available throughout the van routes to assure smooth operations during the period.
“We have set up counters at the two PPS to help affected residents with the process of recovering their important documents and lodging reports,” said Menteri of Selangor, Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari. “Prasarana has also provided transportation services for victims to travel between their affected homes and the PPS, in case they wish to recover their personal belongings.”
SUPPORT FROM CHERY, CARSOME, AND MORE
Multiple companies have offered their assistance to the victims including carmaker Chery, supermarket Aeon, online platform Carsome, and Petronas, the company who owns the gas pipe.
“Companies providing credit loans and cars, namely Aeon, Carsome and Chery, have also agreed to offer loans and cars to those affected should they require financial assistance during these challenging times,” said Amirudin.
Petroliam Nasional Berhad or Petronas, announced that it would be investigating the pipeline incident and its full impact. “To this end, the team is working hard to mitigate disruptions, implement contingency plans and restore operations as safely and efficiently as possible in coordination with relevant authorities and agencies,” said the company in a statement.
Meanwhile, EV maker Chery revealed that they are lending 50 vehicles and donating MYR 100 (AUD 376.93) in fuel money to address the mobility needs of the victims. Online vehicle selling platform Carsome also announced its support by also lending 50 vehicles for the victims to use temporarily. Lastly, Malaysia Carro, GoCar, and DRB-Hicom pledged to lend 30, 20, and 62 vehicles respectively.
Around 112 fire victims applied for the use of these temporary cars, which has led to 200 vehicles in demand.
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