Highway Accident Resulted in Three Vehicle Fire in Shah Alam

Collision Occurs on North Klang Valley Expressway

A chaotic scene unfolded on the North Klang Valley Expressway (NKVE) in Shah Alam this afternoon when three vehicles caught fire following a collision at Kilometre 4.4. The incident occurred near Setia Alam and involved two sedan cars and a four-wheel drive vehicle.

Multiple Vehicles Engulfed in Flames

According to Selangor Fire and Rescue Department assistant operations director Ahmad Mukhlis Mokhtar, all three drivers involved in the collision sustained injuries. The department received a call about the collision and fire at 3:38 pm, prompting the mobilization of five firefighters and a fire rescue tender to the scene.

Emergency Responders Arrive at the Scene

Fifteen minutes later, firefighters arrived at the location to find three vehicles on fire. The two sedan cars were completely gutted, while the four-wheel drive vehicle was 50% burnt. The drivers had already been sent to the hospital before the firefighters arrived, and their personal details and injuries remain undetermined.

Firefighters Battle to Put Out the Blaze

It took over an hour for firefighters to put out the fire, with operations concluding at 5:20 pm. The severity of the fire, combined with the complexity of the incident, required a sustained effort from the emergency responders to ensure the situation was brought under control.

Accident Raises Concerns about Highway Safety

This incident serves as a sobering reminder of the importance of road safety, particularly on high-risk highways like the NKVE. With multiple vehicles involved in the collision, it is fortunate that there were no fatalities reported. However, the injuries sustained by the drivers are a stark reminder that accidents can happen anytime and anywhere, and it is crucial that drivers remain vigilant and follow safety protocols to avoid such incidents.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What caused the collision?
  • The cause of the collision is still unknown and is under investigation.
• Were there any fatalities reported?
  • No, there were no fatalities reported in the incident.
• How many vehicles were involved in the accident?
  • Three vehicles were involved in the accident: two sedan cars and a four-wheel drive vehicle.
• How many firefighters responded to the scene?
  • Five firefighters and a fire rescue tender responded to the scene.