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2 months ago | 
sarawaktribune.com | Nura V Lorna
SERIAN: A temporary alternative route has been constructed to restore access along Jalan Song Sipan, Temalat in Song district, following a landslide which severely disrupted connectivity between Kanowit and Song. Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi said the landslide initially affected only half the road but worsened over time, causing nearly the entire stretch to collapse.
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2 months ago | 
sarawaktribune.com | Nura V Lorna
SERIAN: Four sections of the Pan Borneo Highway are affected by floods following continuous heavy rain across several districts in Sarawak. Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi said the most critical area is the P-turn near Kampung Ranchan here, where floodwaters from a nearby river have inundated both directions of the highway from KM187 to KM187.7.Other affected sections include Selangau, the Bakun intersection at KM818.4, and Pujut near Eastwood Golf & Country Club (KM938-KM940).
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2 months ago | 
sarawaktribune.com | Nura V Lorna
SERIAN: Two flooded sections of the Pan Borneo Highway between Kampung Ranchan and Kampung Hulu here have caused heavy traffic congestion. Continuous rainfall over the past three days has led to rising floodwaters from Sungai Sadong, affecting several nearby villages. A Sarawak Tribune survey at the scene found traffic backed up for approximately three kilometers. Despite the rain, Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) officers were seen managing the traffic flow.
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2 months ago | 
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SERIAN: A total of 1,264 flood victims from 17 families have been evacuated to Temporary Evacuation Centres (PPS) in the division following continuous heavy rainfall over the past few days. Bukit Semuja assemblyman John Ilus reported that the PPS at Dewan Masyarakat Serian alone is sheltering 209 victims from 60 households.
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2 months ago | 
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SERIAN: A total of 77 evacuees from 22 families at the Temporary Evacuation Centre (PPS) in SK Tebakang were left without electricity for more than 24 hours after flooding disrupted the area’s power supply system. Community Development Assistant Malini Kimpian explained that the outage occurred when rising floodwaters submerged all electricity poles in Tebakang, prompting Sarawak Energy Berhad (SEB) to shut down the safety switch yesterday (Jan 29) at midday.
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2 months ago | 
sarawaktribune.com | Nura V Lorna
SERIAN: The 3rd Infantry Brigade of the Malaysian Armed Forces has deployed its troops to assist temporary evacuation centers (PPS) as part of Op Banjir, covering 28 centres across Kuching, Samarahan, and Serian districts. According to 3rd Infantry Brigade Commander Brigadier General Mohd Sauffi Omar, Serian has the highest number of PPS, with 18 centres currently in operation. He said the 11th Battalion of the Royal Malay Regiment (RAMD 11) has been assigned to provide support in the district.
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Jan 28, 2025 | 
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KUCHING: Continuous heavy rainfall has caused water ponding near the construction sites of Sarawak Metro’s Blue and Red Line projects. The Blue Line and Red Line, part of the Kuching Urban Transportation System (KUTS), run from Rembus in Kota Samarahan to Hikmah Exchange in Kuching’s city center and from Kuching Sentral to Pending, respectively. In a Facebook post, Sarawak Metro stressed the need for drivers to remain vigilant to prevent accidents and vehicle damage.
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Jan 28, 2025 | 
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GEDONG: The Ministry of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives (KUSKOP) has disbursed RM1.084 billion in funding to 42,689 entrepreneurs and cooperatives in Sarawak for 2024. Minister Datuk Ewon Benedict said with the ongoing development plans in Sarawak, his ministry would be able to provide even greater support to small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and cooperatives in the state this year.
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Jan 28, 2025 | 
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GEDONG: Sarawak is prioritising food security and agriculture as key focus areas under the 70 per cent allocation of the state’s Budget 2025 for rural development. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said agriculture plays a critical role in ensuring food security and enhancing the livelihoods of rural communities. “We have provided essential infrastructure such as roads, electricity, water supply, and digital connectivity to rural areas.
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Jan 28, 2025 | 
sarawaktribune.com | Nura V Lorna
GEDONG: The Sarawak government is intensifying its efforts to develop rural areas by expanding road networks and agricultural initiatives. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said this includes the construction of a four-lane road linking Serian to Gedong, offering a more direct route compared to the existing one. He also pointed out the ongoing development of coastal roads aimed at boosting the rural economy. “Sarawak is building many roads.
