Prioritise safety during upcoming Aidilfitri celebration, public reminded
SIBU: Sibu Fire and Rescue Department Zone 4 chief Andy Alie has issued a reminder to the public to prioritise safety during the upcoming Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebration. He said the public need to be vigilant wherever they are, whether at home, on the road, or in public places. In the first quarter of the […]
Prioritise safety to avoid power disruptions
LAWAS: Sarawak Energy Berhad (SEB) has issued a stern warning to all contractors, emphasising the importance of consulting the utility provider before commencing excavation works to prevent safety risks and potential legal repercussions. According to Sarawak Energy’s regional manager for the Northern Region Mohammad Saiful Misi today, this advisory comes in the wake of a […]
Fire underscores need for safety precaution
KUCHING: The fire incident on Ewe Hai Street underscores the importance for tenants and shopowners to remain vigilant and ensure they have all necessary fire prevention equipment mandated by the Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba). Kuching North City Commission (DBKU) mayor Hilmy Othman noted at the scene the importance of constant caution at the site […]
Use registered agencies for safe deals
KUCHING: Tourists planning both inbound and outbound travels are advised to seek services from registered travel agencies to avoid enticing yet unreliable offers. Deputy Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts, Datuk Snowdan Lawan, said that relying solely on online search engines for travel deals advertised as the lowest prices may not always be […]
Covid-19: Fatimah gives assurance on early childhood institutions
KUCHING: Every effort will be made to monitor the implementation of procedures in all early childhood institutions in Sarawak in light of the growing number of Covid-19 cases. Women, Childhood, and Community Well-being Development Minister Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah who gave the assurance said this will be done in collaboration with the National and State […]
Pan Borneo safety advocation roadshow to be held across 12 divisions
KUCHING: The Pan Borneo Sarawak Safety Advocation Roadshow programme is set to be held across 12 divisions in the state. Deputy Minister of Infrastructure and Port Development Aidel Lariwoo said the programme is an awareness campaign aimed at providing information and raising awareness among the public through briefings on traffic regulations, advocacy, and safety aspects on […]
Mayor prioritises safety at council’s swimming pool
KUCHING: Kuching South City Council (MBKS) Mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng has reminded parents or guardians to prioritise the safety of their children whenever they visit the council’s swimming pool. He also mentioned that visitors must consistently adhere to the rules and regulations of the swimming pool. “It is crucial to remain vigilant and exercise […]
Bomba committed to building resilient communities
BELAGA: The State Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) will not rest on its laurels but continue spreading awareness and imparting knowledge on fire safety and prevention to communities in every corner of Sarawak. Bomba Sarawak director Datuk Khirudin Drahman said the department is committed to conduct advocacy programmes in the effort to build a resilient […]
Move to enhance safety at Pan Borneo Highway
SIMANGGANG: The Works Ministry is talking to the Transport Ministry (MOT) to implement safety measures along the Pan Borneo Highway to ensure the safety of road users and to prevent damages to the road structure. Senior Works Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said the measures included the implementation of speed traps and weigh-in-motion system to […]
Property crime spikes in Samarahan
BY MA CHEE SENG & ALVERD KOTA SAMARAHAN: Kota Samarahan police are seeing an increase in cases under Penal Code Section 379, such as stealing water metres, cable thefts and crop thefts. Samarahan OCPD Sudirman Kram revealed this yesterday at a meet-and-greet session organised in collaboration with Farley Supermarket yesterday. “We are concentrating on cases involving […]
