Fire Destroys 1,000 Homes in Sabah, Displacing Thousands

A massive fire in a coastal village in Sabah, Malaysia, destroys around 1,000 stilt homes, displacing thousands of residents, including many from indigenous and stateless communities. The blaze erupted early on Sunday morning in Sandakan district, where the homes are closely packed over water. Authorities are assessing the damage and providing assistance to those affected.

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