"The fire broke out in one of Sabah's water villages, which feature wooden houses built on stilts and are home to some of the country's poorest communities, including many stateless and indigenous groups."
"About 445 people have been displaced so far, Bernama said, citing unofficial figures of people registered at a temporary relief centre in Sandakan."
"Datuk Walter Kenson, head of the Sandakan District Disaster Management Committee, said examination of the village found the homes of the affected residents are no longer safe to live in."
"Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said the federal government was coordinating with Sabah authorities to provide basic assistance and temporary relocation for those affected."
A fire in a coastal village in Sabah, Malaysia, destroyed approximately 200 homes, displacing around 445 people. The fire, reported in the Sandakan district, spread rapidly due to strong winds and the close proximity of wooden houses. Low tide conditions hindered access to water sources for firefighting. The affected area is home to some of the country's poorest communities, including stateless and indigenous groups. Authorities are coordinating relief efforts, focusing on safety and immediate assistance for the victims.
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