
Malaysian insurers expedite claims for Putra Heights explosion victims
The association expects high volume of claims.
Malaysia’s general insurance industry has implemented measures to support individuals and businesses affected by the gas pipeline explosion in Putra Heights, which left over 305 people injured and caused damage to 237 homes, 88 buildings, and 331 private vehicles.
Insurers are expediting claims for affected policyholders with motor, personal accident, retail fire, homeowners, or householders’ insurance.
The General Insurance Association of Malaysia (PIAM) chairman Ng Kok Kheng said the industry expects a high volume of claims.