BELURAN: The forest fire in Kampung Pinangkau Paitan, which started last Friday, has now spread and now covers a 121ha area.
Beluran Fire and Rescue Station chief Edoen Macheal said the firefighting operation has entered its seventh day.
He said the department is still working to extinguish and control the flames using fire suppressors, portable pumps and water jets from open water sources.
"We are receiving assistance from private water trucks, excavators, and nearby residents.
"Entering the seventh day of operations, the forest fire in this area has spread to 121ha ," he said in a media statement today.
He added that the department is conducting firefighting and monitoring operations in Kampung Tinimbusan, where the fire has spread between sectors one and three.
"The fire and rescue department is still working to extinguish the fire at the scene, and updates will be provided from time to time," he said.