Civil Defence Force officers practising a beach rescue during the earthquake and tsunami disaster simulation programme in Teluk Bahang, Penang. — Photos: CHAN BOON KAI/The Star
LEFT reeling and unprepared by the 2004 tsunami, Penang is intent on preparing for any future disasters.
As the loud wailing of the tsunami siren cut through the morning serenity of Teluk Bahang, residents taking part in a drill rushed from their homes to a nearby shelter.
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