Natural Disasters news in Jalan Lasi

1. Windstorm damages roofs of three longhouses in Bawang Assan

   3 hours ago Sarawak Tribune Bawang Assan 29.6 km

   A strong windstorm and heavy rain hit longhouses in Nanga Tutus, Bawang Assan, this morning, damaging roofs and facilities and affecting nine households. Building materials for roof repairs were provided to the families after Bawang Assan assemblyman Datuk Seri Wong Soon Koh visited the site to assess the damage.

2. JAS monitors peat and landfill fires in Sarawak and Johor

   1 day ago Berita Harian Selalang, Sarikei, Sarawak 44.7 km

   The Department of Environment is paying special attention to peat and landfill fires in Sarawak and Johor amid hot, dry weather. In Sarikei, the Selalang landfill fire covers 1.5 hectares with 67 per cent extinguished, while in Kota Tinggi peat fires cover 17 hectares and 10.12 hectares. JAS is monitoring air quality and urging the public against open burning.