PM admits to slow response


On the ground: Ismail Sabri surveying the damage caused by a landslide in Bukit Tangga, which is the main access to Jalan Seremban-Simpang Pertang connecting Jalan Pantai and Jeram Toi in Seremban. — Bernama

JELEBU: The Prime Minister has admitted there had been some delays and other weaknesses in rescue efforts in Selangor following last Saturday’s floods, but was quick to add that it was the responsibility of all to ensure this does not recur.

Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob said no one party should be held accountable for the lack of coordination or other rescue efforts, and attributed the problem in Selangor due to a combination of factors.

Win a prize this Mother's Day by subscribing to our annual plan now! T&C applies.

Monthly Plan

RM13.90/month

Annual Plan

RM12.33/month

Billed as RM148.00/year

1 month

Free Trial

For new subscribers only


Cancel anytime. No ads. Auto-renewal. Unlimited access to the web and app. Personalised features. Members rewards.
Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
   

Next In Nation

Number of Kota Tinggi flood victims up to 300
Issue warning, not RM250,000 fine for first-time 'no palm oil' label offences, urges Mydin boss
Anwar attends development meeting in Kedah
Pejuang to make its presence felt in Sabah polls, says Mukhriz
Perak govt mulls postponing upgrade of Teluk Intan's leaning tower to next year
Foreign media reports on fuel price hike not true, Cabinet yet to discuss, says Fahmi
More racial interaction needed to stamp out extremist views, says Umno VP
Several roads leading to JB city centre to close from Monday to Friday for RTS construction work
Job seekers make the most of myStarJobs Fair 2024 Putrajaya
Dr M, Hadi among hundreds gathered in KL for pro-Palestine rally

Others Also Read