Over 1,000 flood victims identified, aid distributed

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 assistance,” he said when met […]

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 8 (Monday to Saturday), from […]

Accurate data vital to channel flood relief aid: Fatimah

MIRI: Women, Childhood, and Community Well-being Development Minister, Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah, said it is important to have comprehensive data to ensure effective assistance for flood-affected communities across the state. Speaking on Sunday after visiting a temporary relief centre at the Kampung Tanjung Batu community hall here, Fatimah highlighted that information on those impacted by […]

Cabinet to discuss more funding for flood victims

SIBU: Discussions will be held on additional funding to help alleviate the people’s burden following the flood disaster in Sarawak, said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg.  “Today (Feb 1), I received feedback that the previously announced RM10 million fund (to assist flood victims) may not be sufficient.  “So, I will bring […]

Register at PPS to ensure help arrives: Fadillah

KUCHING: The public, especially residents living in areas at risk of flooding, have been urged to register at temporary relief centres (PPS) to ensure no one is left behind should evacuation becomes necessary. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof stressed that this important so that no victims are left behind or not identified when […]

RM15k aid delivered to Rumah Wan Usit residents

TUBAU: Deputy Minister of Digital Datuk Wilson Ugak Kumbong and Murum assemblyman Kennedy Chukpai Ugon visited Pekan Tubau and Rumah Wan Usit, Sungai Merah, Jelalong, following reports of rising water levels over the past three days. During the visit, Wilson also delivered a contribution of RM15,000 to the Rumah Wan Usit Village Development and Security […]

Ministry committed to safeguarding flood victims during ongoing monsoon season

KUCHING: The Ministry of Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development, through the Sarawak Welfare Department (JKMS), is fully committed to ensuring the wellbeing of flood victims across the state during this challenging period, marked by incessant rain and king tides. Minister Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah assured that the primary focus is to ensure the timely […]

Floods worsen across several states, with 152,3770 evacuees this morning

KUALA LUMPUR: The floods in several states have worsened, with Pahang becoming the latest to be affected by the disaster. The number of flood evacuees housed in temporary relief centres (PPS) nationwide has risen to 152,377 this morning, up from 146,611 last night. However, the figures in Negeri Sembilan and Selangor have dropped slightly as […]

PKMM rescues over 200 flood victims daily with boats from APM’S CDERT

KOTA BHARU: Persatuan Komuniti Kedai Melor (PKMM) has been using light and medium-sized rescue boats to rescue over 200 flood victims daily since last Wednesday. PKMM Treasurer, Ku Mat Ku Besar, said the boats were provided by the Ketereh Civil Defence Emergency Response Team (CDERT) of the Civil Defence Force (APM). He explained that PKMM […]

Efforts underway to provide immediate assistance to flood victims

KAPIT: Efforts are underway to provide immediate assistance and address the needs of communities affected by recent flooding, says Wilson Nyabong Ijang. The Pelagus assemblyman said that torrential rain has caused water levels to rise rapidly, affecting areas such as Sg Amang, Rh Dennis, Rh Tatai Emas, and the Melatai. “Critical facilities, including schools and […]