Penang police chief Azizee Ismail said five reports have been lodged on the incident, Bernama reported.

He said the case is being investigated under Section 286 of the Penal Code for negligence involving explosive materials.

The fire, which broke out at about 12.05am, destroyed the stall and damaged a motorcycle and three external air-conditioning units at a nearby house. No casualties were reported.

A 15-second video of the incident has gone viral, showing sparks and fireworks flying into a nearby restaurant as its workers scrambled to pull down the shutters.

Seberang Perai mayor Baderul Amin Abdul Hamid said the stall had a valid permit from Feb 19 to March 24, but the council revoked it immediately after the fire and is monitoring other similar stalls in the area.

He said the council remains committed to ensuring public safety through stricter monitoring and enforcement.

To prevent similar incidents, it will tighten permit conditions, including requiring fire extinguishers and insurance coverage, along with additional safety measures where necessary.

Housing and local government minister Nga Kor Ming has also ordered a review of the SOPs for temporary fireworks stalls.

In a report by New Straits Times, he said the guidelines should focus on creating safe distances from buildings and homes, and for all licensed stalls to have working fire extinguishers.

“Safety and celebration must go hand-in-hand. By refining these guidelines, we are working to enhance public safety so that every Malaysian can enjoy a bright and festive holiday season,” he said.