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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim Visits Flood-Affected Areas in Sabah

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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has paid a visit to areas in Sabah affected by recent floods and landslides, meeting with residents and touring damaged sites. The visit comes as the death toll from the disaster continues to rise, with 14 lives lost and thousands displaced. Anwar was accompanied by Sabah Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor and spent several hours meeting with evacuees, inspecting damage, and receiving briefings on the affected areas.

Key Takeaways:

  • The landslide that occurred on Monday has forced the evacuation of over 30 homes as a precautionary measure.
  • A total of 2,256 individuals from 710 families are currently housed at evacuation centers.
  • 13 lives have been claimed by landslides in the state, while one person has died due to flooding.
  • The Prime Minister's visit and the aid provided have eased the burden of residents affected by the disaster.
  • Anwar's empathy was evident as he personally asked residents about their needs and listened to their concerns.
  • The Prime Minister's assurance to victims was to do everything possible to help them.
  • Frankie Dahing, 60, from Kampung Kolopis, was touched by Anwar's presence and concern.
  • Lorina Giliti, 32, from Kampung Kambazan, was grateful for the help provided and the Prime Minister's visit.
  • Amber Isaac, 25, from Kampung Sarapung, appreciated the Prime Minister's effort to visit one of the hardest-hit areas.

Statistics:

  • 14 lives have been lost in the recent floods and landslides in Sabah.
  • 2,256 individuals from 710 families are currently housed at evacuation centers.
  • 30 homes have been evacuated due to the landslide that occurred on Monday.
  • 3.25 pm - the timing of the Prime Minister's visit to the temporary relief center at SMK St Paul Kolopis.
  • 4.30 pm - the timing of the Prime Minister's visit to the landslide site at the Gaya Teacher Education Institute (IPG) campus.
  • 15 minutes - the time spent by the Prime Minister meeting with evacuees at the PPS in Kampung Sarapung.
  • 30 minutes - the time spent by the Prime Minister meeting with residents and receiving a briefing on the Sept 12 landslide incident in the area.
  • 1 - the number of person who died due to flooding.

Sources:

  • BERNAMA News Agency, 19 Sep 2025.

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