Accidents & Safety Incidents news in George Town

2 stories within reach of George Town, published in the last 7 days and gathered from Malaysian news sources.

1. Woman injured by falling concrete debris from building

   1 hour ago Berita Harian Lebuh China, George Town, Penang 1.3 km

   A woman in her 20s was injured by falling concrete debris from a heritage building on Lebuh China in George Town, Penang, during the Hungry Ghost Festival. The incident occurred around 11:30 pm when a connecting cable on the wall snapped, causing part of the building's corner structure to fall. The victim was taken to a hospital for treatment, and MBPP staff were seen cleaning the area and setting up safety tape.

2. 'I was so worried the ferry would sink'

   7 hours ago Berita Harian Pelabuhan Pulau Pinang 1.9 km

   A Teluk Bahang ferry collided with the MV Mekar Jaya within Penang Port limits, injuring 21 people. Passengers described the terrifying moment of impact, with some treated at Hospital Seberang Jaya. The Penang Port Commission reported the accident occurred around 8.40pm.