Floods: Fadillah announces early aid of RM1k for registered households

Deputy Prime Minister Fadillah Yusof announced initial assistance of RM1,000 to every registered household head who is affected by the floods and evacuated to a relief centre.

He said the aid is the federal government's commitment to help ease the burden of the flood victims.

"I will also discuss with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim about other assistance that is required after receiving a full report from the district disaster committee," he said.

Fadillah was met after visiting the relief centre at Dewan Suarah Bintulu yesterday afternoon. Also present was Deputy Sarawak Premier Douglas Uggah Embas.

He said the government is also coordinating the delivery of additional supplies such as mattresses and blankets from other divisions, including Kuching, to Bintulu.

‘Follow instructions’

Fadillah further said that another relief centre will be opened at Paragon Naim Street Mall which can accommodate 1,000 victims.

He advised flood victims to follow all instructions from the authorities to ensure their safety and to facilitate the proper distribution of assistance.

Additionally, Fadillah advised flood victims to register at evacuation centres and contact the district office or resident office for necessary aid.

He also expressed his gratitude to the Bintulu resident’s office, as well as all agencies, rescue teams, volunteers and others who have played a significant role in assisting those affected by the floods.

Fadillah further commended Tourism, Culture and Arts Minister Tiong King Sing for his dedicated efforts in aiding flood victims in the Bintulu parliamentary constituency.

- Bernama

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