When a monkey comes a-calling
SRI AMAN: A family in Taman Sri Jaya here was surprised was visited by a wild monkey today morning (Jan 8). The incident came to light when the family’s pet dog kept barking at the garage area around 9 am. When the owner of the house, Tiong, checked what the fuss was about, he was […]
Massive wasps nest safely removed from tree
MIRI: The Civil Defence Force (APM) here removed a nest of wasps on Friday in Kampung Bakam, following public complaints about the insects. According to Miri APM in a report, the discovery was made by a house owner who was about to clean the drain at the back of the property. The nest was spotted […]
APM saves cobra in home garden
MIRI: A one-meter-long cobra was rescued today after being found beneath the ground on the backyard side of a house in Kampung Luak 1. The venomous snake was discovered by the 67-year-old homeowner while gardening. “I was tending to my garden when I noticed something unusual under the ground,” the homeowner recalled. He immediately contacted […]
Motorcyclist, pillion rider injured in collision
ASAJAYA: A couple was left with injuries following an accident along Jalan Samarahan-Asajaya, Teluk Sabang this afternoon (Dec 17). The accident involving a motorcycle and a car is believed to have happened at around 2 pm. A team from Civil Defence Force (APM) Asajaya was dispatched to the scene after receiving a distress call regarding […]
Handover of vehicles, assets boosts Sarawak APM’s capabilities
KUCHING: Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali says the handover of vehicles and assets to Sarawak’s Civil Defence Force (APM) aims to enhance the authorities’ capability and effectiveness across various levels, reinforcing services to the public in the region. The federal Minister for Sabah, Sarawak Affairs, and Special Functions in the Prime Minister’s Department, noted that this […]
Python’s meal bid foiled by net
KANOWIT: A daring attempt by a five-foot-long reticulated python to make a meal of chickens in a coop, was thwarted successfully by a net this morning (Dec 7). The incident, which happened at around 10 am at Rumah Jali, Sungai Maong, saw an elderly man discovering the 4kg reptile ensnared in a net. Sibu Civil […]
Fatal motorcycle crash claims rider’s life
SELANGAU: A 40-year-old man lost his life after his motorcycle skidded and crashed onto the roadside along Mile 36, Jalan Selangau-Sibu last night (Dec 2). Civil Defence Force (APM) Selangau district officer Lt Luke Douglas Dongum in a statement, said the victim was identified as Imizyani Kana Chat. He stated that they were alerted of […]
Gradual relief as floodwaters recede
MIRI: As of today (Nov 27), the floodwaters that had inundated the access road to Sekolah Kebangsaan (SK) Sungai Manong, Niah, are gradually receding. This area has been under floodwaters since Nov 25 due to heavy rains, rendering the road impassable for all vehicle types. The Miri Civil Defence Force (APM) conducted a check this […]
Miri APM removes 4m-long python from house
MIRI: A 4m-long python was safely removed from the verandah of a house in Kampung Lereng Bukit here on Sunday night (Nov 26). The alert was raised by a vigilant 75-year-old resident who noticed her chickens clucking incessantly in their pen. Preferring to remain anonymous, the resident swiftly informed her children, who promptly contacted the […]
Flood hits Lapok after heavy rainfall
MIRI: Continuous heavy rainfall since Wednesday has caused flooding on the road connecting Lapok to Beluru, rendering it inaccessible to small vehicles. The Miri Civil Defence Force (APM) was dispatched to the area today (Nov 25) in response to rising water levels. Their focus is on flood monitoring and ensuring the safety of nearby residents. […]