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What caused the fire in Putra Heights?
The fire in Putra Heights was caused by a gas pipeline explosion that occurred on April 1, 2025. Initial reports suggest that a leak led to a massive fireball, which was visible from kilometers away. The incident took place during the Eid holiday, prompting immediate evacuations of nearby residents.
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How many people were affected by the Putra Heights fire?
According to reports, at least 305 people were affected by the fire, with over 100 individuals suffering injuries. Of those injured, 65 were hospitalized. Fortunately, there have been no fatalities reported, but the incident has left many residents displaced.
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What are the recovery efforts like after the Putra Heights fire?
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has indicated that recovery efforts could take over a year. Authorities are currently focused on investigating the incident and providing support to the affected residents, who have been evacuated from their homes.
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What happened in the North Sea collision?
On March 10, 2025, the cargo ship Solong collided with the tanker Stena Immaculate in the North Sea. This incident resulted in a presumed death and raised environmental concerns due to the release of plastic nurdles into the sea. Investigations are ongoing, and the Solong is currently docked in Aberdeen for damage assessment.
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What are the legal implications of the North Sea collision?
The captain of the Solong has been charged with gross negligence manslaughter following the collision. This highlights the serious legal ramifications of the incident, especially considering the absence of dedicated lookouts on both vessels involved.
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What environmental impact did the North Sea collision have?
The collision has raised significant environmental concerns due to the release of plastic nurdles, which have begun washing up on local beaches in Norfolk and Lincolnshire. While the initial environmental impact was deemed less severe than feared, the presence of these nurdles poses a long-term threat to marine life.