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Borneo Post
7 days ago
- Climate
- Borneo Post
Waves destroy two homes, nine fall into sea in Sandakan
One of the houses damaged by waves. SANDAKAN (June 3): Two stilt houses in Kampung Bokara Jambatan 4 were severely damaged after being struck by strong waves early Tuesday morning. In the 6am incident, nine residents — six adults and three children — fell into the sea when the kitchen of one house collapsed entirely, while a room in the second house gave way to. All the victims were rescued without sustaining serious injuries. Karamunting assemblyman Datuk George Hiew Vun Zin said he was informed of the incident immediately and directed the Karamunting ADUN Task Force Team to rush to the scene. The team, joined by the village chief and the Village Development and Security Committee (JKKK), assessed the damage and identified the victims' urgent needs. 'We also provided initial assistance to both families as emergency relief,' Hiew said in a statement on Tuesday. He added that the state Welfare Department had been contacted to expedite further aid, especially with the Hari Raya Aidiladha celebration approaching. 'We don't want any family to be neglected, especially ahead of the festive season. Any form of assistance that can be delivered quickly will be arranged,' he assured. Hiew confirmed that both affected families have lodged police reports regarding the incident. He also urged villagers to stay alert, particularly those living in poorly maintained homes or high-risk areas.
Daily Express
15-05-2025
- General
- Daily Express
Sewage problems in Bandar Ramai-Ramai being addressed
Published on: Thursday, May 15, 2025 Published on: Thu, May 15, 2025 Text Size: JPPS staff taking action to address sewage. SANDAKAN: Immediate action has been taken to address the long-standing sewage problems in Bandar Ramai-Ramai, Sandakan. Karamunting Assemblyman, Datuk George Hiew Vun Zin, said JPPS staff began work at around 10am Tuesday, clearing blockages and pumping out clogged pipes in seven blocks within the area as part of an initial short-term solution. The action comes after Hiew, together with officers from the Sabah State Sewerage Service Department (JPPS), conducted a site inspection last Saturday to assess the severity of the problem. However, he noted that many of the issues stemmed from ageing sewage systems and damaged pipes preventing wastewater from properly flowing into manholes, leading to overflows and unsanitary conditions. 'I appreciate the swift action taken by JPPS in addressing this issue, but long-term solutions are needed to fully resolve the problem,' he said. He had discussed potential permanent fixes with JPPS officials and hoped for their continued support. Hiew said another significant challenge is that many of the damaged sewage pipes belong to the property owners themselves, making repairs more complex and costly. He added that some homeowners are reluctant to bear the repair costs, which can be substantial, as such works often require a collective effort among residents to fully resolve the issue. 'Simply pumping out the blockages is a temporary measure. If we want to solve this problem once and for all, we need a comprehensive approach that addresses the root cause,' he said. Hiew also planned to approach the Sandakan Municipal Council (MPS) to discuss potential solutions, including ways to reduce the financial burden on residents who need to repair their private sewage systems. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
