KOTA KINABALU: The last few remaining British colonial-era shoplots in Bongawan have been destroyed.
Three rows of pre-World War II wooden buildings were razed in an early morning fire on Tuesday (June 10).
Kimanis Fire and Rescue Station chief Nelson Ponji said they received a report of the fire at about 5.38am.
Firefighters from Kimanis, assisted by the Papar and Beaufort fire stations, rushed to the scene.
"All three rows were completely destroyed in this fire," he said, adding that no injuries have been reported.
Several vehicles were also affected.
Nelson said firefighters brought the fire under control by 7.30am and remained on site to complete ground works.
Investigations into the cause of the fire are ongoing.
