KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 15 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has approved an immediate allocation of RM10 million through the National Disaster Management Agency (Nadma) to help flood victims in Sabah.
He said the amount is in addition to the RM11 million channelled through the state government for urgent repairs of basic facilities in affected areas.
“I’m deeply saddened by the impact of the floods in Sabah. I have ordered the entire Madani Government machinery to be mobilised immediately to ensure aid reaches the people without disruption.
“Our priority is to safeguard the safety, welfare and livelihood of the flood victims,” he said in a Facebook post today.
Anwar also called on all quarters to unite and uphold compassion to help those affected.
“Let us show solidarity, concern and (a sense of) shared responsibility in the face of this calamity,” he added.
As at 8am today, 415 flood victims from 113 families were housed at two temporary relief centres and one permanent relief centre in Sabah.
Meanwhile, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said the government’s primary focus is to protect lives and the welfare of victims and expedite the restoration of basic facilities in flood-hit areas.
In a Facebook post, he urged residents in Sabah, Sarawak, Terengganu, Pahang, Johor and Labuan, currently under a thunderstorm warning issued by the Meteorological Department, to remain vigilant and monitor weather updates.
“Thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds can occur at high intensity and in a short period of time. Prioritise safety, avoid high-risk areas and follow the instructions of the authorities,” said Zahid, who is also Nadma chairman.
