A popular nasi lemak restaurant in SS15, Subang Jaya, became the center of a dramatic incident when a faulty gas cylinder caused a fire in its kitchen.
The incident, captured in a TikTok video by user @ozeyy_, shows flames erupting while startled diners rushed to evacuate.
Fire broke out due to gas leak
According to the video, the fire broke out due to a gas leak from one of the kitchen’s cylinders.
Flames quickly engulfed part of the kitchen, creating a scene of panic as customers abandoned their meals and sought safety.
One diner shared their shock, saying, “Everyone ran! I can’t believe this happened while I was eating.”
Thankfully, the restaurant’s staff acted swiftly, using fire extinguishers to put out the blaze before it could cause further damage or injuries.
Another video revealed the aftermath, showing a kitchen filled with thick smoke. Interestingly, some diners appeared unfazed by the drama, continuing to enjoy their plates of nasi lemak, much to the amusement of netizens.
Netizens’ reaction
The incident sparked discussions online, with many sharing tips on how to handle gas leaks and fires.
“Don’t tell me there’s no cloth at all… Waiting for the Avengers to come and help? #Ironman”
“Take a damp towel and cover the gas leak. The firefighters taught us that. If there’s fire at the hose, just close the gas valve.”
“Why didn’t anyone try to put out the fire using a Bunsen burner?”
Watch the full video here:
