News near Bukit Saban Sarawak
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Serian records API 174, four Sarawak areas unhealthy
Four areas in Sarawak recorded unhealthy Air Pollutant Index (API) readings as of 6pm today, with Serian highest in the country at 174. Sri Aman recorded 164, followed by Kuching at 154 and Samarahan at 152, while Johan Setia in Selangor was the only other area nationwide with unhealthy air quality at 134.
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Betong FA thrash Sri Aman FA 4-0 in Saratok
Betong FA secured their first win in the Sarawak Premier League 2026 Southern Zone after beating Sri Aman FA 4-0 at Stadium Mini Saratok. A hat-trick from Mohammad Hatadi Muliady helped Betong FA collect four points, while Sri Aman FA remain without points after their third defeat.
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Stakan assemblyman wants every JKKK to keep fire extinguishers
Stakan assemblyman Datuk Hamzah Brahim has proposed that every Village Development and Security Committee in his constituency be required to keep fire extinguishers at designated spots. Speaking after the Bomba community programme at Dewan Perpaduan Stakan in Taman Samarindah, he said JKKK annual allocations could be diverted from less urgent activities to buy the equipment. He noted there are about 18 JKKKs in the densely populated constituency.
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Man, 31, held over mother's murder in Tambunan
A 31-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murdering his 56-year-old mother at a rented house in Kampung Katagayan, Tambunan, Sabah, on Friday. Police said the victim died at the scene from injuries believed to have been caused by a sharp weapon, and the case is being investigated under Section 302 of the Penal Code.
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Sri Aman MP: GPS continues rural development push
Sri Aman MP Doris Sophia Brodie said GPS continues to bring development to rural and interior communities, including the coastal road and Batang Lupar 2 Bridge. She urged continued support for GPS in the coming Sarawak state election and reminded parents to monitor youth against drug abuse.
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Mini Malaysia Day 2026 exhibition in Betong well received
The Mini Malaysia Day 2026 exhibition for Betong Division was held in Betong, Sarawak, and was well received by local residents. A retired soldier stressed the importance of young people appreciating the sacrifices of independence figures, while a civil servant and a student called for unity and for making use of the exhibition.
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Meluan assemblyman seeks JKR Sarawak upgrade for dilapidated bridge at SK Nanga Entaih
Meluan assemblyman Dato Rolland Duat Jubin has called for urgent attention to upgrade a dilapidated pedestrian bridge connecting SK Nanga Entaih and Rumah Marthin in Pakan. He will raise the matter with the Sarawak Public Works Department (JKR). He also officiated a RM200,000 project to upgrade the floor and tiles at Rumah Marthin, completed mid-year.
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KEMAS DIY course ends at longhouse in Sri Aman, MP urges expansion
The closing ceremony for a KEMAS DIY course was held at Rumah Panjang Connie ak Jepin in Kampung Panggau, Batu Besai. Sri Aman MP Dato' Sri Doris Sophia Brodie said the program provides new skills and income opportunities for rural communities. She also called for similar programs to be expanded to more communities.
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Man in his early 30s arrested, tests positive for drugs in Engkilili, Lubok Antu
A man in his early 30s was arrested by the Lubok Antu District Narcotics Crime Investigation Department in the Engkilili area on the afternoon before yesterday. The suspect, who has a prior criminal record for drug offenses, tested positive for methamphetamine and amphetamine. The case is being investigated under Section 15(1)(a) of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952.
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Sarawak deputy health director: 125 rural clinics still lack reliable internet
Sarawak's deputy Health director said 125 health clinics in the state still face internet connectivity constraints, affecting healthcare delivery in rural areas. He spoke during the MADANINET 2026 programme at the Nanga Wak and Nanga Kara health clinics in Pakan on Monday.
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Sri Aman records only 'very unhealthy' API reading of 216 as haze persists
As of 4pm, Sri Aman in Sarawak was the only area in Malaysia with a 'very unhealthy' Air Pollutant Index (API) reading of 216. Sarawak remained the worst-affected state, with 11 areas recording unhealthy readings, while 35 areas nationwide reported unhealthy air quality.
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DoE monitors bush, peatland fires in Mukah and Daro amid Sarawak dry spell
The Department of Environment is closely monitoring bush and peatland fires near Jalan Sibujaya Barat in Mukah and Sungai Nai in Daro, Sarawak, amid a dry spell. While the fire in Mukah is mostly controlled, about 2.5 hectares are still burning in Daro. The DoE is also tracking air quality, with Kuching and Sri Aman recording very unhealthy API readings.
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Sarawak cloud seeding extended, Batang Ai Dam at Emergency Level 3
The cloud seeding operation in Sarawak has been extended until tomorrow as water levels at the Batang Ai Hydroelectric Dam continue to drop, placing it at Emergency Level 3. The operation is focusing on the catchment areas of the Batang Ai and Murum dams, with rain recorded in some areas, though its effectiveness is affected by weather factors such as wind and haze.
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Haze eases but Kuching, Sri Aman still at 'very unhealthy' API levels
Air quality in Sarawak is improving, but Kuching and Sri Aman remain in the 'very unhealthy' category as of 8am. No areas recorded 'hazardous' readings, while 35 locations, including Serian, were 'unhealthy'.
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Semumok Women's Bureau launched in Betong, targets international market
The Semumok Women's Bureau was officially launched in Betong on September 5 as a platform to empower local women through entrepreneurship. Layar assemblyman Dato Gerald Rentap Jabu announced a RM10,000 contribution to the bureau and encouraged marketing local products like beads and tuak to the international market.
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PBB Kalaka strengthens machinery for possible Sarawak polls
The PBB Kalaka branch held a meeting in Saratok to strengthen its grassroots machinery in preparation for a possible Sarawak state election. Kalaka assemblyman Mohamad Duri reiterated the party's commitment to Sarawak's development agenda, including PCDS 2030 and MA63 rights.
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Saratok water supply stable, assemblyman advises caution over haze
Water supply in Saratok, Sarawak remains stable during the dry season, with a previous issue of murky water resolved by the Rural Water Supply Department. Assemblyman Mohamad Duri advised residents to stay vigilant against haze and take necessary health precautions.
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Sarawak haze eases as Serian API drops from hazardous level
Air quality in Sarawak is improving, with no areas recording hazardous API readings as of 1.45pm. Serian, where an emergency was declared yesterday, saw its reading drop to 287, still in the 'very unhealthy' range. Deputy Premier Douglas Uggah said workplaces in Serian may operate with health precautions while the committee monitors the situation.
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Sarawak PGA brigade commander visits sick officer in Sri Aman hospital
Sarawak General Operations Force (PGA) brigade commander SAC Datuk Lim Bak Phai visited Corporal Mohd Shaifful Ibrahim at Sri Aman Hospital. The 36-year-old officer from Battalion 23 PGA was admitted on August 31 after a suspected mild heart attack and high blood pressure. The visit underscores the brigade's commitment to member welfare.
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Elderly Sri Aman man reported missing found safe in roadside shack
A 58-year-old man from Sri Aman, Sarawak, who was reported missing on Thursday, was found safe on Saturday morning. Longhouse residents discovered him in a roadside shack at Tanjung Kemiding Lipat, and he was later sent to Betong Hospital for medical treatment.
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247 Bukit Saban farmers get pesticide aid for 2026 paddy season
A total of 247 farmers in Bukit Saban, Sarawak, received pesticide assistance on Thursday to help with the upcoming 2026 paddy planting season. The aid was distributed by the Bukit Saban State Service Centre, with Sarawak Deputy Premier Douglas Uggah Embas saying it will ease input costs and support rural agriculture.
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58-year-old man feared missing in Ulu Skrang, Sri Aman since Thursday
A 58-year-old man, Mangka Enting, is feared missing after failing to return home at Rh Rebicca Lipat in Ulu Skrang, Sri Aman, since Thursday morning. The Sarawak Fire and Rescue Department received a report at 1.10pm today and mobilised personnel from the Betong fire station to assist in the search.
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Quick action by 13 RAMD member saves near-drowning victim
A soldier from the 13th Battalion of the Royal Malay Regiment (13 RAMD) saved a person from drowning in Sungai Nanga Mujau, Spak, Sarawak. The soldier performed CPR for nearly 15 minutes after the victim was pulled from the river unconscious. The victim was later sent to Klinik Kesihatan Layar for further monitoring.
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Betong Sarawakku Sayang postponed as haze continues to disrupt major events
The Sarawakku Sayang Programme for Betong Division has been postponed due to the ongoing haze, following a decision by the state disaster committee to defer large gatherings. This is the second such postponement, with other events in Mukah, Kapit, and Spaoh also affected.