Pakistan, Sept. 9 -- Five people, including medical staff, died after a flying doctor helicopter crashed in Malaysia. Authorities confirmed the deaths following the crash near Sarawak's Long Lellang airport. The incident occurred as haze from wildfires complicated rescue efforts.

Health Minister Dzulkefly Ahmad said a pilot and four ministry staff were aboard. The passengers included a medical officer and an assistant medical officer. Two nurses were also traveling on official duty when the helicopter crashed.

A disaster management committee official in Miri confirmed that everyone aboard had died. The helicopter was operating a flying doctor service for medical support. Such services help provide healthcare and emergency transport to r...