TNB restores power within 77 minutes after Johor substation fire

TNB restored electricity within 77 minutes following a fire at its Kangkar Tebrau substation that disrupted supply around Johor Bahru. The fire broke out at 6:03 p.m. on October 16, 2026, in Johor. * Two technical employees were injured and remain in stable condition at Hospital Sultan Ismail in Johor Bahru. The cause remains under investigation by technical teams working with authorities, including Malaysia's Fire and Rescue Department. Disclaimer: This news brief was created by Public Technologies (PUBT) using generative artificial intelligence. While PUBT strives to provide accurate and timely information, this AI-generated content is for informational purposes only and should not be interpreted as financial, investment, or legal advice. TNB — Tenaga Nasional Berhad published the original content used to generate this news brief on October 17, 2026, and is solely responsible for the information contained therein. (C)