KOTA KINABALU, Sept 17 (Bernama) — The Sabah Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) received a total of 20 emergency calls regarding fallen tree incidents in several districts since yesterday.
State JBPM Operations Centre said that the first call was received at 8 am yesterday, with the total number of calls reaching 20 as at 11 am today.
“The incidents are believed to have been caused by strong winds, heavy rain, and unpredictable weather.
“No casualties have been reported, and updates will be provided from time to time,” it said in a statement.
It said four cases each were reported in Kota Belud and Lintas, three cases each in Penampang and Kudat, two cases in Kota Kinabalu, and one case each in Tuaran, Tenom, Sook, and Tawau.