Monday, 2 February 2026

Author: Nurul Shima Shahminon

Floods recede, residents remain vigilant

TATAU: The flood situation in this district shows signs of receding, but the water level is still at a warning level based on the report of the Department of Irrigation and Drainage (DID) as of 11 am on Sunday. Tatau District Officer and chairman of the Tatau District Disaster Management

Rep pledges to ensure flood victims receive aid

BINTULU: Tanjong Batu assemblyman Johnny Pang Leong Ming expressed his commitment to continue monitoring the situation and ensure that the communities affected by the floods in his area receive due attention. While expressing sympathy to those affected by the current challenges, he urged the people to unite and support each

Use funds for benefit of community

TATAU: Recipients of Minor Rural Project (MRP) funds are advised to manage the allocation prudently for the benefit of the local community. Minister in the Sarawak Premier’s Department and Kakus assemblyman Datuk Sri John Sikie Tayai reminded the recipients that the grants approved by the Sarawak government should be for

Worst flood to hit district, aid relief ongoing

TATAU: The flood that hit this district since January 29 is described as the worst in its history since 1963. According to Minister in the Sarawak Premier’s Department and Kakus assemblyman Datuk Seri John Sikie Tayai, there are many low-lying areas along Batang Anap and Kakus River that have been

Committee plans relief for flood victims

BINTULU: The Bintulu Divisional Disaster Management Committee (DDMC) is planning to provide immediate assistance to flood victims here after witnessing the damage caused by the disaster. Deputy Resident of Bintulu Division, Abang Zainuddin Abang Turkey, said that relief measures will be discussed during the upcoming disaster committee meeting to determine

Pang opens BWI counter to assist flood victims

BINTULU: Tanjong Batu assemblyman, Johnny Pang, has set up an assistance counter for Bantuan Wang Ihsan (BWI) applications to aid flood victims in the area. The counter, operating at the Tanjong Batu Service Centre (above Kedai Makan Kawan Lama), will be open for six days, from Feb 3 to Feb

Waste disposal sites open to aid flood-affected residents

BINTULU: The Bintulu Development Authority (BDA) has opened two waste disposal sites to help residents affected by the recent floods dispose of garbage more efficiently. According to a statement from BDA, this measure aims to ensure that the surrounding area remains clean and safe while reducing the risk of disease

Volunteers join forces to clean up homes after floods

BINTULU: The floods that recently struck several areas in this region have left a lasting impact on local residents. Many homes were severely damaged, with furniture and household items destroyed and unable to be salvaged due to the sudden rise in water. The continuous heavy rain forced victims to face

Assistance needed for flood recovery

BINTULU: The Bintulu District Disaster Management Committee is calling on individuals, non-governmental organisations (NGOs), and companies that own trucks, bulldozers, and other heavy vehicles to assist with cleanup efforts in areas affected by the recent floods. In an official statement, the committee emphasised that this collaboration is essential to accelerating

MLNG provides aid to flood victims

BINTULU: Malaysia LNG Group of Companies (MLNG), a subsidiary of PETRONAS, has been actively providing assistance and donations to flood victims here since the first day of flooding. The aid includes food and beverage packages, which have been distributed to 1,450 affected families. In addition, MLNG has supplied fuel and