TEBEDU – Dr Simon Sinang Bada, State Assemblyman (ADUN) for Tebedu, visited Kampung Gahat Mawang and Kampung Daha Mawang on Monday to assess the condition of residents affected by recent flash floods and landslides.
The visit allowed him to witness first-hand the extent of damage, particularly to homes that were severely impacted.
One house in Kampung Gahat Mawang suffered major destruction, with its kitchen and bedroom collapsing after being buried by soil from a nearby hill.
Dr Simon was accompanied by the Serian Division Social Welfare Department (JKM), led by Robert Julong Bagat, along with representatives from several agencies including the Malaysian Civil Defence Force (APM) Tebedu District Office, Public Works Department (JKR), Irrigation and Drainage Department (DID), Malaysian Fire and Rescue Department, and the Sarawak Security and Enforcement Unit (UKPS). Their presence reflected a coordinated response to the disaster.
During the visit, JKM provided immediate relief assistance to affected families, distributing dry food supplies and sleeping equipment to ease their burden. These measures were intended to support victims while longer-term solutions are considered.
Dr Simon emphasised the importance of ensuring affected homeowners receive proper assistance. He requested the Tebedu District Office to include the names of impacted residents in the Sarawak Poor People’s Home Improvement Programme (PPRMS) 2026, which aims to provide structural support and rehabilitation for vulnerable households.
He reiterated his commitment to addressing rural challenges, stressing that infrastructure resilience and disaster preparedness remain priorities for Tebedu.
The visit also highlighted the importance of inter-agency cooperation in responding to emergencies and safeguarding community welfare.
The incident has drawn attention to the vulnerability of hillside villages in Tebedu, where heavy rainfall often triggers flash floods and landslides.
Local leaders hope that continued investment in mitigation projects, coupled with community support programmes, will reduce risks and strengthen resilience in the future.
