The Malaysian Civil Defence Force in Debak and in Mukah carried out two separate operations to remove two wasp nests after receiving a complaints from the public.
Members of the Civil Defence Force (APM) in Debak carried out an operation to remove a wasp nest discovered in a cemetery area after receiving a complaint from the public.
The nest was located in an area visited by members of the public, raising concerns that people nearby could be exposed to the wasps, particularly if the insects became aggressive.
Following the report, APM Debak personnel went to the site to inspect the situation and assess the potential risk. The area surrounding the nest was controlled as a precaution while preparations were made for its removal.
APM members carried out the operation with safety measures in place for both the public and personnel involved. After assessing the location, experienced members proceeded to destroy the nest using a controlled burning method.
The operation was conducted carefully to minimise the risk of damage to the cemetery and surrounding environment. Once the nest had been destroyed, personnel inspected the area to check for any remaining wasp activity.
APM Debak reported that the operation was completed successfully and the location was returned to a safe and controlled condition. The operation was subsequently concluded after the final inspection found no continuing threat from the nest.
Meanwhile, APM personnel in Mukah responded to a separate report involving an insect nest at Madrasah Al-Quran Mukah on 25 August.
The Mukah operation was classified as a case involving the destruction of an insect nest. APM said the nest, identified as a wasp nest, was approximately the size of a car tyre.
Personnel responded to the location and carried out measures to destroy the nest. Ridsect spray and fire were used during the operation, according to APM Mukah.
The nest was successfully destroyed, bringing the operation to an end. APM Mukah thanked the public for contacting the agency regarding the reported hazard.
Both incidents involved wasp nests located in areas used or accessed by members of the public. Such reports allow emergency and civil defence personnel to assess potential risks and take action to reduce the possibility of people coming into contact with potentially aggressive insects.
APM’s response also highlights the importance of keeping members of the public away from active insect nests while trained personnel assess and manage the situation.
The information released by APM did not report any injuries arising from either operation. Both responses were completed after the respective locations were inspected and deemed safe.
Members of the public who discover large or potentially hazardous insect nests are advised not to approach or attempt to remove them themselves. Reporting the location to the relevant authorities can allow trained personnel to determine an appropriate course of action.
The two operations were carried out separately by APM Debak and APM Mukah as part of their response to public complaints involving potential safety hazards.
