Electrical energy power transmission lines are visualized in Ampang, Selangor on October 16, 2024.– Picture by Firdaus Latif
By Malay Mail
Released: Wednesday, 14 Oct 2026 10:45 AM MYT
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 14– An electrical arc set off when a flagpole came too near an overhead high-voltage line triggered the occurrence that hurt 3 teens throughout a spiritual procession in Alor Setar last night, Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB) stated today.
Based upon its initial examination, the nationwide energy stated the discharge flashed when a high flagpole brought by individuals breached safe clearance ranges near the transmission line along the procession path in Mergong.
TNB revealed deep compassion for the victims and stated it is wishing their rapid healing, validating that it will comply completely with authorities to help continuous examinations.
“The public is encouraged to constantly put security very first and to guarantee that any high things, consisting of flagpoles, are kept at a safe range from power lines,” it stated in a declaration.
The 3 victims, making up 2 17-year-olds and a 16-year-old, were hurried to Sultanah Bahiyah Hospital in Alor Setar following the occurrence at around 9pm and confessed to the emergency situation red zone for extensive care.
Mergong Vegetable Temple Association secretary Chah Boon Chuan stated countless fans were marching along the primary roadway when gusty winds throughout light rain blew a big flag towards the live cable televisions.
One youth was holding the bamboo pole while 2 others were strolling next to him when the flashover struck.
Chah stated this was the very first time such a mishap had actually taken place throughout the yearly occasion, which triggered public issue after viral videos revealed the victims collapsed on the roadway.
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