Sarawak: Flood victims in Sarawak can visit the nearest Resident’s Office or temporary relief centre to register their names for them to receive aid. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said that if communication is cut off, flood victims can contact the Sarawak Disaster Management Committee (JPBN) secretariat so that arrangements can be made to provide them with assistance.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Fadillah emphasized the importance of registration during his visit to the relief centre at Dewan Haji Kamaruddin Ahmad Kampung Segedup. He urged victims to move to a relief centre or at least register with the JPBN secretariat to ensure their location is known. This knowledge is crucial for the delivery of assistance, as limited personnel make it difficult to reach each location individually.

Fadillah, who also serves as the Minister for Energy Transition and Water Transformation, acknowledged the numerous complaints received during the crisis. He assured the public that the JPBN secretariat and Resident’s Office are doing their best to provide help. He emphasized that emergency situations are challenging but expressed confidence in the efforts being made to ensure everyone’s safety and access to assistance.

The Deputy Prime Minister highlighted efforts to provide food and accommodation to minimize discomfort during the crisis. He noted the difficulty in obtaining essentials like pillows, mattresses, and blankets due to many shops being closed during such times.

Fadillah mentioned that the current flooding in Sarawak, particularly in Bintulu, presents logistical challenges and limited personnel for disaster management. The floods are reported to be the worst in history due to continuous rain in several areas, including Bintulu, Serian, Samarahan, Kuching, Miri, and Sibu.

The JPBN reported that, as of last night, the number of flood victims had risen to 12,486 from 3,648 families in 62 centres, compared to 11,234 people from 3,187 families previously.