Crashed oil tanker blocking Pan Borneo Highway removed, petrol salvaged


A crane was used to clear the oil tanker that crashed and blocked the Siburan to Serian portion of the Pan Borneo Highway. -Picture courtesy of Fire and Rescue Dept

SIBURAN: The Kuching to Serian portion of the Pan Borneo Highway at Siburan township was reopened to traffic in the pre-dawn hours this morning (Sept 13).

The crashed-oil tanker that was blocking the highway since yesterday afternoon was lifted away by a crane.

Get 20% OFF The Star Digital Access

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 11.12/month

Billed as RM 11.12 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 9.87/month

Billed as RM 118.40 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
nation , Pan Borneo Highway

Next In Nation

Third earthquake strikes Batu Pahat since June, no tsunami threat
Anwar arrives in Shanghai for three-day working visit
Negri royal row: State secretary and legal advisor suspended, says MB
Melaka polls: BN to hold talks with coalitions before deciding on any electoral pact
Dissolution of assembly will not affect state govt affairs, says Melaka CM
PAAB water restructuring ensures long-term supply
Scheduled water disruption in Seremban, Rembau, Port Dickson until Sept 24
Any misconduct dealt with according to rules and SOPs, says Prisons Dept
Pahang cops receive 24 reports over Tasik Bera Forest Reserve operation
Tourist van driver fined RM12,000 for abusing step-sons

Others Also Read