Sabah Government Implements Special SOPs to Prevent COVID-19 Spread at Evacuation Centers During Floods

The Sabah state government has introduced special standard operating procedures (SOPs) to manage flood victims at evacuation centers (PPS) and prevent the spread of COVID-19 in these areas. According to State Local Government and Housing Minister Datuk Masidi Manjun, the SOPs include physical distancing, basic screening, registration, and MySejahtera scans, as well as isolating victims while seeking further treatment. These measures aim to ensure a safe environment for those affected by the floods. Additionally, the state government has prepared logistics and personal protection equipment to coordinate with relevant agencies in handling flood disasters.

Key Takeaways:

• The Sabah state government has implemented special SOPs to manage flood victims at evacuation centers (PPS) to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
• The SOPs include physical distancing, basic screening, registration, and MySejahtera scans, as well as isolating victims while seeking further treatment.
• The state government has made preparations for the provision of logistics, placement of victims, and personal protection equipment to deal with flood disasters in the state.
• The distribution of 318,889 food baskets to target groups has begun.
• A total of 102 food baskets were distributed in four districts: Beluran, Putatan, Nabawan, and Tenom.

Statistics:

• 318,889 food baskets have been distributed to target groups.
• 102 food baskets were distributed in four districts on the same day.
• 4 districts received food baskets: Beluran, Putatan, Nabawan, and Tenom.

Sources:

• Bernama, official news agency (no date mentioned)