Environment news in Kulim Kedah

1. Pulau Burung landfill in Nibong Tebal catches fire again

   3 days ago Harian Metro Tapak Pelupusan Sampah Pulau Burung, Nibong Tebal, Pulau Pinang 27.1 km

   A fire broke out at the Pulau Burung solid waste landfill in Nibong Tebal, Penang, late last night. The blaze covered an area of about 36 metres by 27 metres and was brought under control at 12.30am before being fully extinguished around 5am. Seventeen firefighters from four stations were involved, and no casualties were reported.

2. Bukit Merah sanctuary aims to build 50-strong orangutan assurance population

   6 days ago Sarawak Tribune Bukit Merah Orang Utan Island, Bukit Merah Laketown Resort, Bagan Serai, Perak 41.4 km

   The Bukit Merah Orang Utan Island Foundation in Perak plans to expand its sanctuary to house an assurance population of about 50 orangutans over the next 15-20 years. The move is a safety net against a potential collapse of wild orangutan populations. The sanctuary currently houses 15 orangutans, including one-year-old Orked.