A FAMILY of three died in a fire that razed two houses in Kampung Bahagia Jaya, Sibu, last night.

Sarawak Fire and Rescue Department said the victims were identified as Sima Abdullah, 18, Rashidah Suut, 81, and another yet-to-be identified victim.

Meanwhile, Sibu Zone 4 fire chief Janggan Mulling said four more people survived the fire, which was reported at 8.12pm.

A total of 19 firefighters from two stations attended the scene before bringing the blaze under control at 9pm.

The Fire and Rescue Department is investigating the cause of the fire. – Bernama, March 2, 2022.