SEGAMAT: A local man lost his left leg after fireworks he had set up exploded in front of his house. Segamat OCPD Supt Mohd Jumazanzahir Chek Ismail said the incident occurred at Taman Damai Jaya, Bukit Siput here at about 12.30am on Tuesday (Feb 17). “He was rushed to the red zone of Hospital Segamat to receive treatment. “Medical officers confirmed that he suffered a below-the-knee amputation of his left leg and is currently in stable condition,” he said in a statement on Wednesday (Feb 18). Supt Mohd Jumazanzahir advised the public to only use approved fireworks in open areas and to practise safety measures, as misuse can lead to serious injuries as well as legal action.

Source: The Star February 18, 2026 13:04 UTC