Although the country is in the rainy season with heavy rainfall almost daily, fires have continued to occur nearly every day throughout September 2026. According to official data from the Ministry of Interior, from September 1 to September 30, a total of 46 fire incidents occurred across 14 provinces and municipalities, including Phnom Penh, Kampong Cham, Kampong Chhnang, Tboung Khmum, Mondulkiri, Siem Reap, Battambang, Preah Sihanouk, Oddar Meanchey, Kandal, Svay Rieng, Kampong Thom, Takeo, and Prey Veng province. The information was released by the official communications network of the Radio and Television Station of the Ministry of Interior on October 5, 2026.
These fire outbreaks have caused severe property damage, destroying 39 houses, 6 warehouses, 3 sheds, as well as a shop, a stall, a craft workshop, a rice-drying shed, and a sawdust-burning kiln. In addition, the fires also spread to places of worship and public areas, destroying 1 pagoda hall, 1 monk's residence, 1 dining hall, and 1 garbage dump.
In light of this danger, authorities have urged the public to remain highly vigilant at all times, especially during the Kan Ben and Pchum Ben festivals at homes and at various pagodas. In case of an emergency, citizens should promptly report to local authorities or contact the emergency number 118 or via Telegram 118 to receive timely rescue intervention from specialized forces. By: Srei Pi
Despite near-daily rainfall! 46 fires in September destroyed homes and property
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Cambodia recorded 46 fires across 14 jurisdictions in September 2026, damaging 39 homes, six warehouses and other structures. Authorities urged caution during Kan Ben and Pchum Ben and provided emergency number 118.