Blaze reported at Jengka Hospital children’s ward


The 18-second clip appears to show medical staff, patients and visitors roaming around in a crowded indoor area, with smoke seen in certain areas of the hospital. — Screengrab via Datuk Seri Ismail Mohamed Said's Facebook page

PETALING JAYA: A fire has broken out at the children's ward of Jengka Hospital, according to a viral video shared by former deputy Home Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Mohamed Said.

In the video posted around 7.40pm on Wednesday (Sept 9), the former Kuala Krau MP said firefighters were working tirelessly to put out the blaze.

"I have just received information that a fire has broken out in the children’s ward at Jengka Hospital.

"All necessary assistance and support for those affected will be arranged immediately.

"May everything be made easier for everyone involved," he said in the post on his Facebook page.

The 18-second clip appears to show medical staff, patients and visitors roaming around in a crowded indoor area, with smoke seen in certain areas of the hospital.

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