The transport ministry says that it is looking into securing more vehicles to temporarily help residents affected by the Putra Heights gas pipeline fire that happened earlier this week. Transport minister Anthony Loke said the ministry had contacted several companies to help victims, as The Star reports.
One of those which responded was online automotive marketplace Carro, which is loaning out 30 vehicles. “Any victims who need these cars can register with them,” he said. Yesterday, Chery Malaysia announced that it was providing 50 cars for the temporary usage of those affected by the mishap.
“We are also looking at how many vehicles are needed and are contacting other companies to have more temporary vehicles for victims,” he said after visiting mobile counters set up by the road transport department (JPJ) at the Putra Heights mosque. The JPJ mobile team will assist victims of the fire print essential documents such as driving licence, road tax and vehicle ownership certificate for free.
Loke added that more than 70 motorcycles were also destroyed in the fire. “We are working to get motorcycle sponsorship and after it is obtained, I will make an announcement,” he said.
According to news reports, over 277 homes and 399 vehicles were affected by the gas pipeline leak fire, with over 100 families housed in temporary shelters. Many of the cars that were left behind as residents fled showed signs of damage from the extreme heat, with images of melted body panels, charred paint and broken glass going viral.
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This is very good effort. RESPECT! And also to those who jumped in to help, Terima Kasih! #kitajagakita
residents still haven’t get the RM5k and RM2.5k money to assist them in their daily lives. give them the money first before talking a lot about the grand plans is just for show.
No need to sibuk here la come on… not your task to kepoh.
What happened to the never ending accidents involving lorries? Drunk driving? People who drive without insurance/roadtax? Apa macam???????