News about fire

This article appeared in the April 9, 2026 issue of the monthly print edition.

PETALING JAYA (April 15): Menara Merdeka 118 has received its Fire Certificate (FC) from the Fire and Rescue Department of Malaysia (JBPM), confirming that the 118-storey tower has met all fire safety requirements and compliance standards prescribed under Malaysian regulations.

PETALING JAYA (April 10): Menara Merdeka 118 is set to be recognised by the Kuala Lumpur Fire and Rescue Department as the first building in Malaysia to implement the Automatic Fire Monitoring System (SPKA), marking a new benchmark in high-rise fire safety standards.

KUALA LUMPUR (Feb 12): Axis Real Estate Investment Trust’s (KL:AXREIT) property Wisma Kemajuan has been partially damaged by a fire incident that occurred at an adjacent furniture factory in Sea Park.

Located within the Kota Kemuning industrial estate and in close proximity to the group’s existing facilities, Unique Fire said the land is expected to enhance operational efficiency and improve coordination of resources once developed.

The fire caused significant damage to predominantly wooden residences and commercial premises.

"Since the incident, the company has mobilised substantial efforts to ensure public safety, support the impacted community, and maintain gas supply continuity across the country.

Investigations are ongoing, with authorities yet to confirm whether excavation work contributed to the fire.

Setiausaha Pertubuhan Akitek Malaysia Arkitek Malaysia (PAM) dan pemeriksa bangunan yang diiktiraf oleh Architect Centre, Anthony Lee Tee, telah menyeru pihak berkuasa untuk mencari punca asal kebakaran terkini di KWSP dan mengeluarkan laporan itu kepada umum "untuk mengelakkan spekulasi".

Malaysian Institute of Architects (PAM) Secretary and Architect Centre accredited building inspector Anthony Lee Tee has called on the authorities to find the root cause of the recent fire at the EPF, and to have the report made public “to avoid speculation”.