Two shop lots in Penang destroyed by fire; fireman hurt


  • Nation
  • Wednesday, 12 Feb 2020

GEORGE TOWN: A fireman was hurt when fire destroyed two shop houses at Carnarvon Street on Wednesday (Feb 12) night.

The fire, which began around 9pm, destroyed 70% of the shop lots before it was brought under control by firemen from the Fire and Rescue Services from Beach Street and Bagan Jermal.

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