Malaysia fire destroys 1,000 homes

The overnight blaze in Sandakan district reduced a large community of traditional stilt houses to ash within hours.

Over 9,000 people are estimated to have been affected, with many losing all their belongings in the fast-moving fire.

Authorities are currently investigating the cause of the disaster while relief organizations focus on providing food, water, and medical supplies to the victims.

The scale of the destruction has prompted a regional emergency response as the government seeks to relocate families to temporary housing centers.