Two MBPP Officers Injured in Hydrogen Balloon Explosion During Thaipusam in Penang
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Two officers from the Penang Island City Council were injured when confiscated hydrogen balloons exploded during a cleanup operation following the Thaipusam festivities. The incident, which occurred on February 1, led to one officer being hospitalized and the other sustaining minor injuries. An investigation is underway into the unlicensed vendor responsible for the balloons, focusing on safety violations and enforcement protocols.

Feb 2, 2026, 9:48 AM