A Malaysian man has captured the hearts of netizens after a viral video showed him bravely rushing into a burning cat shelter to save several trapped felines. The courageous act, which took place in Taman Perling, Johor, was shared on TikTok by user @karlzidane and has since garnered widespread praise online.

In the 27-second video, the man is seen fearlessly climbing over the shelter's fence as thick smoke and flames engulf the area. Inside, helpless cats were locked in their cages, unable to escape the growing inferno. Without hesitation, the man began locating the cages and swiftly tossing them over the fence to safety. The heart-wrenching sounds of distressed cats echoed in the background, amplifying the urgency of the rescue.

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As the fire spread, other bystanders stepped in to assist the man, ensuring more cats were saved from the deadly blaze. Another video clip showed individuals attempting to douse the fire, but the damage had already been severe.

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According to @karlzidane, the heroic rescuer managed to save eight cages of cats from the fire. The shelter owner, who later commented on the viral video, revealed that she was away at the time due to a family emergency. While she expressed gratitude for the lives that were saved, she also mourned the loss of many cats that tragically perished in the blaze.

The video has since amassed 1.8 million views, with thousands of netizens applauding the man's selfless and fearless actions. Many hailed him as a hero, emphasizing the rarity of such courage and compassion.

While the cause of the fire remains unknown, the incident serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of animal shelters and the unwavering kindness of those willing to risk their lives for innocent creatures.