KUALA LUMPUR: Petronas Gas Bhd (PGB) confirms that all pipeline infrastructure and facilities where a minor earthquake occurred near Segamat, Johor remain fully secure and operational following.

"Our technical and regional teams promptly implemented standard safety protocols already in place for such events across the southern region," the oil and gas company said in a statement on Sunday (Aug 24).

PGB said this included checks at the Segamat Compressor Station, Segamat Control Station, and along the relevant pipeline right-of-way.

"No abnormalities or disruptions were detected.

"Live monitoring through our supervisory control and data acquisition (Scada) system also confirms that pressure levels and operational parameters remain stable," it said.

PGB said it is maintaining active communication with local authorities and the Malaysian

Meteorological Department for ongoing updates.

"We will continue to prioritise the safety of the public and our operations as we carry out close surveillance, standing ready to respond should conditions evolve," it added.

It was reported that tremors from the 4.1-magnitude quake that struck Segamat, Johor, at 6.13am were also felt in Melaka, Negri Sembilan and southern Pahang.

The Johor government advised the public to stay away from unsafe structures and remain alert to instructions from authorities following the earthquake.

Mentri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi said he had contacted Segamat district officer Mohd Ezzuddin Sanusi, who confirmed that no casualties or property damage had been reported so far. – Bernama