PETALING JAYA, April 3 -- Putra Heights residents affected by the gas pipeline fire are calling for clearer on-the-ground communication.

Some residents claimed that they are still in the dark about when they can return home and what comes next for those who have lost their property.

A retiree who lives in the affected housing area known as Taman Putra Harmoni, Aziz Jidon, 70, said he would like to know what the government's plans are for the residents.

"What is the government going to do? We are in the dark, asking each other (questions). We don't know what's next.

"We also hope that those who are severely affected can get more attention in terms of accommodation and help to deal with insurance companies.

"Who is going to bear all th...