MCMC: Communications, Internet coverage around Kota Tinggi fully restored

A fire broke out at 7.04pm at the telecommunications tower and destroyed equipment, cabin parts and electricity supply, affecting services and disrupting communications coverage in the surrounding areas. — 123rf.com

JOHOR BAHRU: Communications and Internet coverage of several companies affected by the fire incident on June 15 at a telecommunications tower in Ladang Sibol B, Kota Tinggi have been fully restored ahead of schedule.

The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) said the early completion of repair works on the tower, owned by Maxis and shared by Celcom, meant that affected users were now able to get Internet and network service.

“At the same time, we wish to express our appreciation to all service providers involved for their commitment in carrying out the repair works on the tower,” it said in a statement.

A fire broke out at 7.04pm at the telecommunications tower and destroyed equipment, cabin parts and electricity supply, affecting services and disrupting communications coverage in the surrounding areas. – Bernama