SEPANG, Aug 18 — Heavy rains following tropical stress, especially on August 12 and August 13, were a major challenge for the High Altitude Rescue Simulation Expedition team in Mardi Himal, Nepal, during their recent climbing mission.

MELAKA, Sept 13 — The Malaysian Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) has taken several key approaches to face the Northeast Monsoon season, which is expected to begin in November, including releasing a special allocation of about RM3 million to purchase various assets to strengthen its logistical preparations.

SHAH ALAM, Sept 7 — Seventeen locations in Selangor have been identified to be at risk of water surge, says the Fire and Rescue Department.

SHAH ALAM, Dec 20 — Non-governmental organisations or individuals who want to help rescue flood victims in Taman Sri Muda are asked not to do so at night for their safety, said Fire and Rescue Operations Division director Datuk Nor Hisham Mohammad.