CYBERJAYA: Over 100 transmission stations were disrupted due to the floods as of 10am on Wednesday (Dec 27), 24 of which are now operational, says the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC).
“In these trying circumstances, MCMC recognises the indispensable role of telecommunications in enabling affected individuals to connect with their families,” it said in a statement on Wednesday (Dec 27).
“The four state offices of MCMC are actively working on solutions for the remaining 86 stations out of 110 stations that are still non-operational.
“We are collaborating closely with service providers to address these issues promptly,” it added.
The MCMC also advised the public to contact the following contacts if they experienced network issues in the affected states.
Kelantan: Yuzani Mohamad Yusoff Kelantan 09-7454828 yuzani.yusoff@mcmc.gov.my
Pahang: Mohd Razlan Rani 09- 5154825 mohd.razlan@mcmc.gov.my
Selangor: Muhammad Jaflus Baharudin 03-86887403 muhammad.jaflus@mcmc.gov.my
Terengganu: Ahmad Baihaqi Zinbahar Terengganu 09-6288029 baihaqi.zinbahar@mcmc.gov.my
“MCMC is also gearing up for potential floods in other states. The public is also urged not to propagate fake news or exploit the deteriorating conditions in the affected areas,” it said.
It also advised the public to rely on verified sources for sharing information.
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