SDMC proposed to spearhead efforts against rising rabies cases
KUCHING: The Sarawak Disaster Management Committee (SDMC) is suggested to take the lead in addressing the growing concerns over rabies cases, particularly in residential areas in Kuching. Kuching South City Council (MBKS) mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng proposed that SDMC be the primary coordinating agency, considering its success in controlling the Covid-19 pandemic. “Rabies is […]
No reports on floods, landslides
KUCHING: Sarawak has yet to receive any reports related to floods, landslides or storms caused by the northeast monsoon, as of 4pm today (Nov 12). According to the Sarawak Disaster Management Committee (SDMC) secretariat, the Civil Defence Force (APM) has conducted on-site monitoring at 28 locations across the state. The monitoring revealed a rise in […]
Bailey bridge plan after bridge suffers structural damage
SONG: An 80-metre-long Bailey bridge will be constructed as an interim measure to replace the Sungai Musah Bridge at Sungai Tekalit, which had suffered structural defects, rendering it unsafe to use.Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas said the state government had allocated a sum of RM4.8 million for the bridge, access roads, and the […]
Sarawak readies assets, manpower ahead of monsoon season
KUCHING: A total of 5,501 personnel, along with comprehensive logistical support spanning land, air, and river, are prepared for the upcoming northeast monsoon transition in Sarawak. Deputy Premier and Sarawak Disaster Management Committee (SDMC) chairman Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas said that this includes various disaster response agencies, such as the Royal Malaysia Police, Fire […]
Downpour forces evacuation of 178 to PPS in Limbang
LIMBANG: A total of 178 individuals had to be evacuated to a temporary relief centre (PPS) after their homes were inundated by floods. The Sarawak Disaster Management Committee (SDMC) reports that the victims are from Kampung Baru, Medamit. In order to provide shelter for the victims, the Medamit Community Hall PPS was opened at 4.30 […]
SDMC advises against open burning
KOTA SAMARAHAN: Residents are strongly advised to avoid open burning, especially during the hot weather, to keep the haze from worsening. Sarawak Disaster Management Committee (SDMC) chairman, Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas, highlighted concerns over unhealthy levels of air pollution reported in areas such as Sri Aman, Serian, and Kuching. “We’ve requested the Fire and […]
SDMC prepares for potential forest fires during hot and dry season
KUCHING: Preparations are being made by the Sarawak Disaster Management Committee (SDMC) to handle any outbreak of forest fires during the hot and dry season which is expected to last until June. Deputy Premier and SDMC chairman Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas said areas with a past record of wildfires during the hot season, like […]
Public urged to take precautions amid hot and dry weather during Hari Raya celebration
KUCHING: Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas has urged the public to take care of their health during the upcoming Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebration. As the State Disaster Management Committee (SDMC) chairman, Uggah highlighted the recent reports from the Sarawak Natural Resources and Environment Board (NREB) and the Meteorological Department, which indicate an increase […]
Pelawan worst hits by thunderstorm
SIBU: The Sibu Divisional Disaster Management Committee (SDMC) has yet to confirm the exact number of people affected by the recent thunderstorm. Its chairman Wong Hee Sieng said that the degree of damage experienced by each individual is different, which makes it difficult to provide an accurate estimate. “So far, we don’t have [the number […]
91 from longhouses evacuated to centre
KANOWIT: A total of 91 people from three longhouses here were evacuated to a temporary relief centre (PPS) in the district following non-stop heavy rain since Friday (Mar 24). The Sarawak Disaster Management Committee (SDMC) reported that the victims from 30 families are from Rh Langong, Rh Suzusie Lily and Rh Nyalong Indet. In order […]
