Overview

• The fire erupted on April 1, 2025, after a 500-meter gas pipeline leak in Putra Heights, Selangor, Malaysia, operated by state-run Petronas.
• Emergency services have evacuated hundreds of residents, with temporary relief centers established, including one at a local mosque.
• At least 112 people have been injured, with 63 hospitalized for burns, breathing difficulties, and other injuries, while 49 homes were damaged.
• The pipeline valve has been shut off, but the fire continues to burn as residual gas is being exhausted; investigations into the cause are ongoing.
• Viral videos captured the massive fireball and mushroom cloud, which disrupted Eid celebrations and highlighted concerns over energy infrastructure safety.