APM intensifies hantavirus prevention campaign ahead of Aidiladha
KOTA BHARU: The Malaysian Civil Defence Force (APM) Volunteer Team of Ketereh is intensifying its hantavirus and rodent-borne virus prevention campaign in conjunction with the Aidiladha holiday period. Kota Bharu District Civil Defence Force officer Major Mohd Arif Mohd Zain said the campaign focuses on prevention through cleanliness measures, particularly in high-risk areas such as around the […]
APM personnel urged to stay alert during Southwest Monsoon season
PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia Civil Defence Force (APM) personnel have been urged to remain prepared for any eventualities during the current Southwest Monsoon phase. APM chief commissioner Mohammad Abiddin Abd Rahman said they must remain adaptive and proactive by leveraging their training and experience to ensure a swift response when needed. “I am confident that various preparatory measures […]
APM Limbang conducts monitoring in flood and landslide risk areas
LIMBANG: The Limbang Civil Defence Force (APM) has intensified monitoring operations in several areas identified as being at risk of flash floods and landslides following unstable weather conditions and light rain in parts of the district. The monitoring exercise, carried out by the agency’s Charlie Squad, began at approximately 8.23pm on Monday (May 11) and […]
Proposed APM centres to boost preparedness
KUCHING: Several locations in Sarawak have been identified as potential training centres under the Malaysian Civil Defence Force (APM) to strengthen disaster preparedness and enhance public awareness. The Chief Commissioner, Mohammad Abiddin Abdul Rahman, said the proposal is currently at the adjustment stage at the headquarters level, pending applications for funding. “At headquarters level, we […]
APM develops national blueprint for disaster preparedness
KUCHING: The Malaysian Civil Defence Force (APM) is developing a long-term blueprint to strengthen its disaster management framework and improve service delivery nationwide. According to chief commissioner Mohammad Abiddin Abdul Rahman, the plan adopts a holistic approach, covering manpower, organisational structure, asset requirements and data integration. “When we talk about disasters, we never know where […]
Dry weather prompts APM readiness review in Sarawak
KUCHING: The Malaysian Civil Defence Force (APM) is reviewing its operational readiness and asset requirements in Sarawak as dry weather conditions heighten the risk of open burning and fire-related incidents. Chief commissioner Mohammad Abiddin Abdul Rahman said priority is being given to ensuring that personnel are equipped with the operational needs and equipment required to […]
APM warns of heavy rain, floods as monsoon approaches
KUCHING: The Sarawak Civil Defence Force (APM) has urged residents to be prepared for the northeast monsoon, warning of heavy rainfall and possible flooding across several parts of the state. The seasonal weather pattern, which usually begins in late November and lasts until March, brings its heaviest downpours between December and February. Along with strong […]
Mohd Abiddin named APM Chief Commissioner
KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Civil Defence Force (APM) today announced the appointment of former Defence Ministry Under-Secretary (Procurement), Mohd Abiddin Abdul Rahman, as its new Chief Commissioner. The agency, in a statement, said Mohd Abiddin’s appointment took effect last November 3. He replaced Datuk Aminurrahim Mohamed, who has been appointed as Senior Division Secretary at the Ministry […]
APM, villagers join forces to secure 11.4-foot python in front yard
MUKAH: Quick-thinking residents teamed up with the Civil Defence Force (APM) to capture a massive 11.4-foot-long python at Kampung Tutus Hilir last night (Sept 22). It is understood that the residents had spotted the reptile slithering into the front yard of a house around 9pm before alerting the APM for further assistance. Mukah APM district […]
Elderly man gasps for air, rushed to hospital
BETONG: An elderly man was rushed to the hospital after suffering breathing difficulties at a rented house along Jalan Penghulu Biju last night (Sept 8). The Civil Defence Force (APM) Betong said they received a distress call regarding the incident at around 8 pm before deploying four personnel to the scene. Upon arrival, they found […]