THE public has been reminded not to carry out open burning, especially during hot and dry weather, as small fires can trigger infernos.
Selangor public health and environment committee chairman Jamaliah Jamaluddin said such irresponsible acts not only affected the environment, but also jeopardised public health and safety.
“The public is also encouraged to immediately report any open burning activities or fire incidents to the authorities so that prompt action can be taken.
“The state government will continue to work closely with the relevant agencies to monitor the situation and ensure preventive measures are strengthened,” she said in a statement, as reported by Bernama.
Regarding a hillside fire last month in Puncak Jalil, Seri Kembangan, which razed about 15ha of forest, Jamaliah said firefighters from several fire stations, including Seri Kembangan, Cyberjaya, Puchong, Jalan Penchala and Subang Jaya, responded to the incident.
She said they successfully put out the blaze the following day, with operations concluding at 3.48am.
“The fire did not cause any casualties or damage to building structures.
“It was also reported that the affected area was located outside the permanent forest reserve,” said Jamaliah.
She expressed appreciation and gratitude to the Fire and Rescue Department that worked tirelessly to control and extinguish the fire.
Jamaliah also commended personnel for preventing the fire from spreading to other areas.
