MUKAH, May 11 -- A large-scale fire continues to rage for the second consecutive day at a sago plantation in Sebakong, Mukah.

According to the Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba), the fire spread to an estimated 300 hectares (ha) across new sectors of the plantation yesterday.

"However, the nearby Kampung Sitieng village, located about five kilometres away, remains safe and unaffected.

"Residents have been urged to stay alert and report any escalation," it said, adding that firefighters continue to monitor the area closely.

Bomba said they have also requested estate management to provide updates and support ongoing fire suppression efforts.

Bomba said they received a report about the incident at 9.54am on May 9 and firefighters from t...