Dedicated hotline for natural disasters can reduce response time

Firefighters cutting branches of a tree which fell following strong winds and heavy rain in Miri. —Photos courtesy of the Fire and Rescue Department.

MIRI: There is a need for the authorities to set up a specific hotline in every district in Sarawak to handle emergency calls from the public for natural disasters.

Presently, residents affected by natural disasters face delays in getting help and believe a centralised system can help speed up assistance for victims.