Sarawak Fire Department recommends shutdown of Lawas highway construction site over methane gas risk (opens original article in a new tab)

The Sarawak Fire and Rescue Department has recommended shutting down the Lawas highway construction site after detecting dangerous levels of methane gas, prompting advice from multiple government departments.

• Sarawak Fire and Rescue Department recommends shutdown of Lawas highway construction site due to methane gas risk
• Methane gas detected at 100% LEL near construction site
• Minerals and Geosciences Department and other authorities advised on safety measures