The Guardian Australia
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·4 hours ago
Fire destroys 1,000 ‘stilt’ homes in Malaysia’s Sabah, displacing thousands
A fire destroyed 1,000 stilt homes in a coastal village in Sabah, Malaysia, on Sunday, displacing over 9,000 residents. The blaze, described as a heartbreaking incident by Sandakan police chief George Abd Rakman, created significant challenges for firefighters due to narrow access routes and strong winds. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim pledged government assistance for affected families.
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