Fire destroys over 100 homes in floating village in Semporna

SEMPORNA: More than 100 houses were gutted in a fire that swept through two areas at a floating village here, displacing hundreds of its residents.

Sabah Fire and Rescue Department Operations Chief Katizah Rahaban said 48 firemen from Semporna, Kunak and Tawau were despatched to the scene after a distress call was received at about 6pm Tuesday (July 31).