MIRI: Widespread floods have inundated numerous settlements in northern and central Sarawak, following heavy rain over the past 24 hours. Long Busang village in the vicinity of Bakun Dam in central Sarawak is totally submerged in about three metres of water. In the Baram district in northern Sarawak, at least 10 different populated settlements, plus a government clinic and two schools are also flooded. Long Sobeng, SK Long Sobeng, Long Luyang, Klinik Ulu Teru, Rh Matthew, Rh Sigat, Rh Abok, Rh Henry, Rh Kalong and SK Pengarang Entri are under about a metre of water. Sarawak Fire and Rescue Department said in its latest updates that the Bomba stations in the various affected districts are on full alert.

Source: The Star June 05, 2019 02:48 UTC