SELANGAU: A total of 1,052 flood victims from 67 longhouses have been identified here, with food aid being distributed to those affected. Tamin assemblyman Christopher Gira Sambang said the government is ensuring that every flood-hit longhouse receives the necessary assistance. “Every longhouse affected by the flood will receive the necessary
KUCHING: The recent floods in Sarawak have been described as the worst in recent memory, leaving a trail of destruction across multiple districts. In the wake of this disaster, generous individuals and organisations have come together to provide much-needed aid to affected communities. In a heartfelt message, the Bishop of
KUCHING: The public has been urged to consistently maintain personal hygiene, particularly when at Temporary Evacuation Centres (PPS), to mitigate the risk of contracting infectious diseases. A news report by TVS quoted State Health Department director Dr Veronica Lugah, as saying that vulnerable groups, such as the elderly and children,
BELAGA: Murum assemblyman Kennedy Chukpai Ugon, alongside Resident of Kapit Division, Elvis Didit and Belaga District Officer, Bidah Lujah visited Long Nanyan, Sungai Belaga, to assess the current flood situation on Feb 4. The region has been severely affected, with the only access road to the longhouse submerged in floodwaters,
KUCHING: As the floodwaters slowly recede, the people of Bintulu are left to pick up the pieces of their shattered lives. The storm may have passed, but for many, the real battle has only just begun. Homes, once filled with warmth and laughter, now stand coated in thick layers of
SELANGAU: A joint relief mission has been launched in aid of residents affected by floods in Tajam, Tamin. It involves the District Office, Welfare Department, and the Tamin Constituency Service Centre, the Civil Defence Force (APMM), the Army (ATM), and the Fire and Rescue Department. The mission, led by District
BINTULU: Political parties have been reminded to refrain from independently raising funds for flood relief efforts here. In making this call, Minister of Tourism, Arts, and Culture, Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing said this was to prevent public confusion, particularly at a time when scams are commonplace. “Such actions may
KUCHING: The Metrocity 2 Youth Night Market has been proposed as a new tourism destination to fully promote the area to both domestic and international tourists. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Sri Fadillah Yusof said the night market has become a daily attraction for visitors coming to Kuching in search of
BINTULU: MP Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing has cancelled a Chinese New Year open house scheduled for Feb 9 here to focus on flood relief efforts. The cancellation comes in the wake of severe flooding that has displaced many residents and caused significant property damage in recent days. Tiong announced
KUCHING: All Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) candidates in the state affected by the floods have been urged to promptly contact their respective schools to ensure they can sit for the remaining examinations scheduled from Feb 3 to 6. Sarawak State Education Department director Omar Mahli said candidates experiencing communication difficulties
