Midnight pranksters frustrate Malaysia's fire services
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- Category: Asia
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-26 00:18 UTC
- Sources: South China Morning Post
Malaysia's Fire and Rescue Department receives prank calls every other day, with many made around midnight. The department is calling for a multi-pronged approach to address the issue.
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