Fire breaks out at Vailima dump site

By Andrina Elvira Burkhart 09 October 2025, 12:30PM

A fire broke out on Thursday morning in Vailima, near Mynas Supermarket, in an area used for dumping old cars and rubbish.

Residents said flames were seen spreading quickly through piles of discarded vehicles and waste. Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) crews responded to the scene and worked to bring the blaze under control.


The cause of the fire is not yet known.

More to come.

By Andrina Elvira Burkhart 09 October 2025, 12:30PM
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