24-05-2025
17 flood victims in Kg Iban Merotai rescued
Published on: Saturday, May 24, 2025
Published on: Sat, May 24, 2025
By: Lagatah Toyos Text Size: Firefighters evacuating victims in Kg Iban, Merotai. - Tawau Fire Dept Seventeen people trapped by floodwaters in Kg Iban Merotai were safely evacuated on Saturday. Tawau Fire and Rescue Station chief Jemishin Ujin said the victims included 12 adult men, two adult women, two boys, and a girl. His team received the emergency call at 10.58am and arrived at the location, 35km away, by 11.39am with seven personnel and a fire engine. The operation involved support from 20 Merotai Volunteer Firefighters, four police officers, and three Civil Defence Force members. "All victims were moved to safety using villagers' boats. The water level is receding, and monitoring continues," Jemishin said. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available.
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